In early March, NTCA president and CEO Tony Karwowski penned the op-ed you’ll find below. This op-ed was recently published in the Sierra Sun.

North Lake Tahoe is making progress on traffic solutions (Opinion)
By Tony Karwowski

Traffic congestion has been a challenge in North Lake Tahoe for decades, but this season in particular, we have seen some remarkable improvements thanks to the collaboration of public and private partners throughout the region. The progress we’ve seen is also a direct result of the willingness of residents and visitors to actively participate in these transportation and parking management solutions.

While there’s widespread agreement that there is still more work to be done, it’s important to take a moment to recognize and appreciate the progress that has been made, embrace the concept of “progress over perfection,” and take note of the positive impacts on our environment, economy, and quality of life.

New Initiatives Are Helping to Reduce Congestion and Change Behaviors

One of the most significant changes this season has been the introduction of resort parking reservations on weekends and holidays at both Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California. These systems have ensured that no cars with the requisite reservations have been turned away, and no standstill gridlock has occurred on the roads leading to the resorts. It has also encouraged residents and visitors to plan ahead, carpool, or use alternative modes of transportation, such as the Park & Ride program, which thanks to resort-led incentives and community participation, has seen an increase in usage from 35 riders per season in previous years, to nearly 500 riders per weekend this season.

By spreading out the traffic flow by giving reservation holders confidence they’ll have a place to park when they arrive, the system has helped to ease the pressure on our major roadways throughout the region.

Palisades Tahoe has reportedly experienced a 57% increase in headcount per car during reservation periods, meaning that more people were sharing rides and leaving their vehicles at home or at the Park & Ride locations. Mountaineer has also seen increased usage in Olympic Valley and Alpine Meadows this season, which Mountaineer Transit Company attributes to Palisades Tahoe’s parking reservation program. At Northstar California, there has been a 39% reduction in cars parked per skier visit, thanks to carpooling and use of the resort’s neighborhood microtransit system.

In addition to the efforts of area resorts, the North Tahoe Community Alliance and Placer County have invested significant TOT-TBID Dollars At Work funds in programs designed to change behaviors and expand shared transportation options. One of the most successful examples of this is TART Connect. The microtransit service, which started in North Lake Tahoe and now operates throughout the Tahoe region, has provided over 1.2 million rides since it started in 2018 with Mountaineer in Olympic Valley and Alpine Meadows.

TOT-TBID Dollars At Work have also been used to:  expand the Park & Ride program from two to 26 days of service through mid-March, pay for snow removal at 64 Acres in Tahoe City to open 70 more parking spaces, expand TART Connect service hours, and support a new workforce vanpool program in Eastern Placer County, among other things.

What’s Being Done to Keep the Momentum Going

As we look ahead, we should not lose sight of the achievements of this season and the lessons that have been learned. It’s important that we all continue to support and participate in the initiatives that have helped our region make progress on the traffic congestion problem, and also be open to new ideas and opportunities that may arise. 

North Lake Tahoe is a beautiful and special place that we all love and want to protect. By working together and continuing to take decisive action, we can make a difference and ensure that our region remains a desirable and enjoyable destination to live, work and visit both now and in the future.

NTCA is giving away two 3-day VIP WinterWonderGrass Tahoe tickets and two 3-day Palisades Tahoe lift tickets!

To enter:

1. Follow the NTCA Instagram channel, @northtahoecommunityalliance and the WinterWonderGrass Instagram channel, @winterwondergrass.
2. Share our giveaway post on your Instagram story.
3. Post an @mention tagging one or more friends using their Instagram handle on the designated NTCA Instagram post related to the giveaway. Tagging more than one person guarantees only one (1) entry.

One entry per Instagram profile is allowed during the sweepstakes period.

Entries will be accepted from March 4, 2024, at 12:00 A.M. (PST) through March 21, 2024, at 11:59 P.M. (PST).  NTCA will choose a winner at random and announce on the NTCA Instagram channel on March 22, 2024. Winner will provide their name and email address to NTCA for digital tickets/ticket codes.

North Tahoe Community Alliance WinterWonderGrass Giveaway Official Rules

B&P Code Section 17539.15(k)(2) states,
(2) “Official rules” means the formal printed statement, however designated, of the rules for the promotional sweepstakes appearing in the solicitation materials. The official rules shall be prominently identified and all references thereto in any solicitation materials shall consistently use the designation for the official rules that appear in those materials. Each sweepstakes solicitation shall contain a copy of the official rules. 

No purchase necessary to enter or win.   

SWEEPSTAKE PERIOD: Entries will be accepted beginning March 4, 2024 at 12:00 A.M. (PST) through March 21, 2024 at 11:59 P.M. (PST).  Entries submitted before or after this period will be disqualified.  SWEEPSTAKE SPONSOR: North Tahoe Community Alliance at 100 North Lake Blvd. Tahoe City CA 96145. HOW TO ENTER: Entrants must follow the NTCA Instagram channel, @northtahoecommunityalliance and the WinterWonderGrass Instagram channel, @winterwondergrass, share the NTCA giveaway post on their Instagram story, and post an @mention tagging one or more person(s) with their own Instagram handle on the designated NTCA Instagram post related to Giveaway.  ELIGIBLITY: (1) entry per Instagram profile is allowed, during the sweepstake period. Tagging more than one person in an @comment will not guarantee additional entries. Sponsor reserves the right in its sole and unfettered discretion to disqualify any entry that it believes contains obscene, offensive or inappropriate content, that does not comply with these Official Rules or that is not consistent with the spirit or theme of the sweepstake.  All entrants must be legal residents of one of the 50 United States and 21 years or older. Employees, directors, contractors and officers of Sponsor, their respective parents, affiliates, subsidiaries, distributors, advertising and promotional agencies or other companies associated with the promotion of the Drawing, as well as the immediate family (spouse, parents, siblings, children, and their respective spouses) and household members of each such employee are not eligible.  Entrants must have a valid email address and it is entrant’s responsibility to update Sponsor of any change in email address. Sweepstake Sponsor is not responsible for incorrect email addresses, server issues, winners moving or relocating or issues with lost or stolen mail, coupons or delivery. Expenses not specifically included in prize description and all taxes are the sole responsibility of the winner. Prize is awarded “as is” with no warranty or guarantee, either express or implied outside of manufacturer’s limited warranty. No transfer, assignment or substitution of a prize permitted, except Sponsor reserves the right to substitute prize for an item of equal or greater value in the event an advertised prize is unavailable. PRIZE: Winner wins TWO 3-day VIP WinterWonderGrass Tahoe tickets and TWO 3-day Palisades Tahoe lift tickets.  Winner will be chosen by Sponsor at random and announced on Instagram on March 22, 2024. Winner will provide their name and email address to NTCA for digital tickets/ticket codes. USE OF WINNER’S NAME, LIKENESS, CITY, STATE OF RESIDENCE and/or PRIZE INFORMATION: Except where prohibited by law, entry into the sweepstake constitutes the winner’s consent to the use by North Tahoe Community Alliance of winner’s name, likeness, voice, lithographical data, city and state of residence and entry materials including original photos in programming or promotional material, worldwide in perpetuity or on a winner’s list, if applicable, without further compensation. Sponsor is not obligated to use any of the above-mentioned information or materials but may do so and may edit such information or materials, at Sponsor’s sole discretion, without further obligation or compensation. GENERAL:  Participation in the sweepstake constitutes entrant’s full and unconditional agreement to and acceptance for these official rules and the decisions of sponsor, which are final and binding.  This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with Instagram. The entrant is providing information to Sponsor and not to Instagram. No information provided will be given to or sold to a third party.

The Tahoe Fund and USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) are looking for community-based artists to “beautify” the blank interiors of the restrooms at the Stateline Fire Lookout Trail in Crystal Bay, the Logan Shoals Vista Point on Tahoe’s East Shore, and the Tallac Historic Site on the South Shore. Officials hope murals depicting Tahoe’s plants, animals, and beautiful landscapes will reduce vandalism and inspire people to take care of Tahoe.

“We are excited to rally the creativity of our local artist community,” said Amy Berry, Tahoe Fund CEO. “By painting murals on the walls inside the restrooms, we hope to inspire people to take better care of these spaces and—by extension—the Tahoe environment.”

Inspired by a similar idea from the Bureau of Land Management in Henry Lake, Idaho, this mural project intends to enlist artists and community groups in the California and Nevada area to complete the artwork.

“We’re looking for artists who can use their creativity to seamlessly establish a ‘sense of place’ within the Tahoe region and also inspire people to be stewards of the environment,” said Daniel Cressy, Public Services Staff Officer, LTBMU. “Just like visitors in Henry Lake have experienced, our hope is that surprise encounters with art that depicts the beauty that surrounds us in Tahoe will be a fun, memorable way to think about how each of us can make a difference.”

In Idaho, the response to the restroom art has been well-received, with visitors saying things like: “I’ve been in many campground bathrooms. This one is the best by far!,” “Your art in the john surprised me and made my day! Thank you!!,” and “I swear those bathrooms are going to end up on TripAdvisor as one of the ‘must see’s…”.

Kelly Brothers Painting will generously supply paint for each mural. 

Artists interested in submitting a proposal for consideration must do so through this Google Form time-stamped no later than 6 p.m. Pacific Time Friday, March 29, 2024. Artists will be judged and selected by the Tahoe Fund, LTBMU and select community members in April. Mural installation will occur in May 2024, weather permitting.

Learn more about the project and submission criteria at https://tahoefund.org/paintamural.

Happy Valentine’s Week! Whether you’re looking to show your love with flowers and chocolate, want to try a new experience with your Valentine or your friends, or are looking for an upbeat, fun evening, here are five ways to support local businesses this Valentine’s week.

Flowers

Wyld Peony recently opened a storefront in an elegant new retail space. Stop by their store in Incline Village for a beautiful arrangement!

Chocolates

Tahoe City Chocolates, located in Boatworks Mall, offers handmade chocolates, candies from all over the world, delicious ice cream, classic confections and more.

Gifts

Chickadee Art Collective offers handmade gifts from local artists. They also offer Adult Art Classes on Tuesdays at the North Tahoe Event Center through March 12.

Experiences

Lost Sauna Co. Wellness Series at the North Tahoe Event Center offers sessions each Sunday in February from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Learn the benefits of breathwork, cold plunges, and saunas. Each session focuses on a guided breathing technique in the Lakeview Room, followed by a group cold plunge in Lake Tahoe, and then a lakeside sauna session.

Food and Drink

Stop by Alibi Ale Works in Incline Village for dinner, beer and trivia. This week’s Wednesday trivia falls on Valentine’s Day! Trivia begins at 6:00 p.m. You can also stock up on your favorite beers to take home.

For more local business options, check out the North Lake Tahoe Business Directory. Plus, learn more about what the North Tahoe Chamber does to support our local businesses!

Op-ed submitted on behalf of the NTCA and its Board of Directors

At their January board meeting, the North Tahoe Community Alliance Board of Directors unanimously endorsed Cindy Gustafson for Placer County District 5 Supervisor, a role for which her unparalleled dedication and deep-rooted understanding of Eastern Placer County uniquely qualify her.

A resident of North Lake Tahoe in Placer County for over 40 years, Cindy has a profound connection to our community. Her commitment to Eastern Placer County is not just a matter of record; it is a testament to her dedication to the residents, businesses, visitors, and place she calls home.

Having held a variety of leadership positions in our community, Cindy’s leadership style is marked by an unwavering commitment to inclusivity and open-mindedness. She actively pursues and engages with all viewpoints, showing a remarkable capacity for understanding diverse perspectives and concerns. This approach has been crucial in fostering a community where different ideas are invited, heard, and valued.

A staunch advocate for local control, Cindy has consistently supported the reinvestment of locally generated resources in Eastern Placer County, ensuring that our community thrives on its own terms. Her voting record aligns with the pillars of the NTCA, demonstrating her alignment with the priorities and efforts of our stakeholders.

Perhaps most importantly, Cindy has shown an exceptional dedication to the sustainability and stewardship of our natural environment, particularly in Tahoe. Her prioritization of sustainable practices and environmental care is not just a policy stance but a reflection of her deep respect and love for this special place, and wish to preserve it for generations to come.

In sum, Cindy Gustafson represents the epitome of dedicated, insightful, and responsive leadership. Her tenure in Eastern Placer County has been marked by significant achievements and an unwavering commitment to the well-being of our community. We believe that Cindy Gustafson is not only the best choice for Placer County District 5 Supervisor, but also the right choice to lead us into a future where our community’s unique needs are met with understanding, care, and strategic foresight.

No public funds have been or will be used in any candidate endorsement activities carried out by the NTCA. 

The Tahoe City Downtown Association (TCDA), North Tahoe Business Association (NTBA), and the North Tahoe Chamber (NTC) are excited to unveil an exciting new vision to support the North Tahoe Business Community.

Join these organizations at an upcoming roadshow to discuss the launch of the NT Chamber and membership efficiencies with the business associations in areas such as marketing, programs, economic development, community vitality, and advocacy.

This partnership has paved the way for innovative initiatives that the TCDA, NTBA and NTC are thrilled to share with the community, as well as hear feedback on how we can better serve our businesses and community. 

We extend our sincere appreciation for your participation and eagerly anticipate working hand-in-hand to shape a bright and prosperous future for our business community.

ANNUAL GRANT CYCLE AND GUIDELINES

OPEN AS OF DECEMBER 6, 2023
APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 10, 2024

The TOT-TBID Dollars at Work program has launched its second round of funding, with $5.8 million in grants available. These funds, derived from the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) and Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID), represent a collective effort to reinvest in the community. TOT is generated from overnight visitors in hotels and short-term rental properties, while TBID funds come from both day and overnight visitors, as well as residents and visitors frequenting shops, restaurants, resorts, and more.

The TOT-TBID Dollars at Work program channels these financial resources back into the community, one way being through the Annual Grant Cycle, with priority areas pre-determined by community input. This initiative is steered by business leaders who serve as volunteers on NTCA committees, investing their time and effort into reviewing applications, asking pertinent questions, and assessing viability. Ultimately, these committee members make recommendations to the NTCA Board of Directors, ensuring that the funds are allocated strategically to benefit the community at large.

2024 EVENT FUNDING

OPEN AS OF DECEMBER 6, 2023
APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 19, 2024

The NTCA is accepting applications to fund events that are scheduled to take place in North Lake Tahoe between May 1 – July 30, 2024. The funds, generated by the North Lake Tahoe Tourism Business Improvement District (NLT-TBID), will support events that promote community vitality, environmental stewardship, and economic health in the region. Scoring and funding prioritization are based on how the events contribute to and benefit economic health, community vitality and environmental stewardship. Each event’s traffic management and sustainability plans are also evaluated, with organizers responsible for identifying and outlining how they will mitigate the impacts of tourism on the community and environment.

Earlier this year, at the recommendation of the volunteer Chamber Advisory Committee, the North Tahoe Community Alliance (NTCA) Board of Directors awarded $192,000 in sponsorship funding, generated by the North Lake Tahoe Tourism Business Improvement District (NLT-TBID), to six events scheduled to take place in North Lake Tahoe in 2024.

The six events that received funding for 2024 so far include:

• Alpenglow Speaker Series (Nov. 30, 2023; Jan. 4, Feb. 15, March 7, 2024)
• Stifel Palisades Tahoe World Cup (Feb. 23-25, 2024)
• Snowfest (Feb. 28-March 10, 2024)
• The Great Ski Race (March 3, 2024)
• Winter WonderGrass Tahoe (April 4-7, 2024)
• Broken Arrow Skyrace (June 21-23, 2024)

Recently, the Mountaineer Celebrated its Fifth Anniversary and Impact and Influence on Lake Tahoe’s Transportation Solutions. The cumulative effort of all Tahoe/Truckee microtransit services lakewide has provided rides to over 1,269,235 passengers (from December 1, 2018 through Nov. 28, 2023).

Learn more about transportation options this winter below.

Whether headed to work, running errands, or going to a favorite place to recreate, sitting in traffic will undoubtedly put a damper on the experience. That’s why public and private entities in North Lake Tahoe are all focused on finding and implementing ways to reduce traffic congestion throughout the region. This winter, new and untested programs, as well as long-standing initiatives will be used to try to help solve our traffic, parking and transportation problems.

For them to work, it will require active use and participation by residents, visitors, local businesses and their employees. Our cumulative efforts to make use of parking reservations, park and ride, carpooling, and free public transportation options has the potential to make a difference for us all.

Here’s what to know about new parking management and reservation requirements and the easiest ways to get around this winter:

Resorts Implement New Parking Reservation Requirements

To help ease traffic congestion on area roadways and elongate the arrival times of resort guests during peak periods, both Northstar California and Palisades Tahoe will require parking reservations on weekends and holidays before 1 p.m. While some are paid, many are free.

Learn more about resort-specific parking plans and be sure to book parking reservations in advance; there are penalties for parking without a reservation when they are required:

• Northstar
• Palisades Tahoe

Additionally, be aware that Placer County has been contracted to conduct parking enforcement within the Olympic Valley, Alpine Meadows, and Northstar communities to discourage unauthorized parking on residential streets and where parking reservations are required. Vehicles without valid resort parking reservations will be cited, and fine amounts will escalate for each additional violation. Find the fee schedule here.

Free On-Demand Microtransit Services Are Offered Daily

On the North and West Shores from Incline Village to Tahoma, TART Connect offers free, on-demand door-to-door shuttle service daily from 8 a.m. to midnight starting December 14. No transfer is needed in Carnelian Bay to connect to other zones, and shuttles are dog-friendly and have ski racks. Book rides using the TART Connect app or by calling (530) 553-0653.

To get from lakeside communities to Northstar or Palisades Tahoe, TART Connect riders can transfer to mainline TART buses which run routes to the resorts hourly. View route schedules online and download the Transit app for real-time arrival estimates. This is a great way to get to the resorts if you don’t have a parking reservation!

In Olympic Valley and Alpine Meadows, Mountaineer’s free on-demand service will operate with 9-passenger, dog-friendly vans equipped with ski/snowboard racks between December 8, 2023 and April 7, 2024 as follows:

• Daily in Olympic Valley from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., with service until 2 a.m. during WinterWonderGrass (April 5-7, 2024). Early morning service will also be offered beginning at 5 a.m. for the World Cup, Feb. 22-25, 2024.

• Thursday through Monday in Alpine Meadows from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., with additional service offered on Tuesday and Wednesdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Dec. 19-20, Dec. 26-27, 2023 and Feb. 20–21, 2024.

• Daily between Olympic Valley and Alpine Meadows from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Passengers can request rides through the Mountaineer app, which is free to download in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. Inter-valley transportation will continue to be provided between the two Palisades Tahoe base areas by the Base to Base Gondola, which operates daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Carpool and Use Free Winter Park & Ride Service

This season, Palisades Tahoe and Northstar California have teamed up with the Truckee North Tahoe Transportation Management Association to offer free Park & Ride shuttles from locations in Truckee and Tahoe City on weekends:

To get to Palisades Tahoe, park at either:

• TRUCKEE: Between the TTUSD office and KidZone Museum (11603 Donner Pass Road)
• TAHOE CITY: Tahoe City Transit Center / 64 Acres (165 W. Lake Blvd.)
• View and download the Palisades Tahoe schedule

To get to Northstar California, park at:

• TRUCKEE: Lift Workspace parking lot next to Enterprise Rent a Car (10266 Truckee Airport Road)
• View and download the Northstar California schedule

Choose Park & Ride to avoid parking reservations, cut down on fuel emissions and save some money at the gas pump!

Other Ways to Get Around

Heading to Palisades Tahoe from the West Shore on the weekend? The resort will resume its seasonal Sherwood Shuttle for those traveling to the resort from the West Shore this winter. Set to begin operations on weekends when the Sherwood lift starts spinning on the Alpine side of the resort, guests will be able to park in the Sunnyside lot and catch a free shuttle to the back side of Alpine. Weather and conditions permitting, the first shuttle leaves at 8:30 a.m. and the last shuttle returns at 4 p.m. Ticket, pass, or confirmation of a pre-purchased lift ticket is required to ride. Check here for schedule updates.

Are you looking to celebrate with and support the North Lake Tahoe community or give back through volunteering? Learn more about this year’s holiday events.

2023 Tahoe Truckee Toys for Tots | Through December 13

Make the holiday season bright! Your donation of new toys or dollars stays local from Truckee to Incline Village and around the lake. Drop off new, unwrapped toys in the collection boxes at dozens of local businesses and organizations, including the Tahoe City Visitors Center at 100 N Lake Blvd. in Tahoe City.

Learn more or sign up to receive toys

Holiday Tree Lighting | December 1

On Friday, December 1 from 5:00-7:00 pm, visit the North Tahoe Event Center in Kings Beach for the Holiday Tree Lighting hosted by the North Tahoe PUD. Enjoy photos with Santa, local live music, crafts, soup, cocoa, face painting and more!

Holiday Maker’s Market | December 2

The Tahoe Backyard and Chickadee Art Collective present the Holiday Maker’s Market on December 2 from 12:00-4:00 pm. Stop by the Tahoe Backyard in Kings Beach for great shopping, lively music, local artists, fresh eats from Mountain Lotus Provisions, free coca at Chickadee Tahoe, carolers, beer specials from Bear Belly Brewing Company and more!

Learn More

Light Up the Streets

North Tahoe Business Association invites members, community, and visitors to participate in giving North Lake Tahoe an extra holiday glow! Feeling festive and eager to decorate? Use that holiday spirit and enter NTBA’s Holiday Lighting Contest. Business owners and individuals alike are encouraged to participate in this fun contest. Check out the categories and learn how to enter below. Entries must be received by December 15, 2023.

Light Up The Streets

Tahoe Nutcracker | December 15-17

The Lake Tahoe Dance Collective production of Tahoe Nutcracker premiered in 2019 and is set in the ballroom of the Tahoe Tavern on Christmas Eve one hundred years ago. The performance features two principal dancers from the New York City Ballet and the production will feature some new costumes and setpieces.

Get Tickets

Ornament Workshop at Bear Belly Brewing Company with Chickadee Art Collective | December 15

From 6:00-8:00 p.m., get crafty with Chickadee Art Collective and Bear Belly Brewing and explore a variety of DIY ornament stations for you to make 6+ ornaments to give away or keep for yourself. $35 per person includes one beer and all the supplies you’ll need to make a bunch of rad ornaments.

Tahoe City Holiday Market | December 16 & 23

Stop by the indoor market from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at the Boatworks Mall in Tahoe City to support local artists and crafters! Stroll the beautiful lake-side Boatworks Mall with a glass of wine, beer or cocoa from Tahoe Wine Collective and visit the Boatworks Mall shops for a festive afternoon.

Tahoe Wine Collective Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshop | December 16

Get in the holiday spirit at the Tahoe Wine Collective with a Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshop! Whether you’re an experienced baker or a beginner, this workshop is perfect for everyone. Learn new techniques, unleash your creativity, and create edible masterpieces that will impress your family and friends. 

Learn More

Final Fall Harvest Market | December 21

Support our local farmers at the last farmers market of 2023 at Boatworks Mall. Stop by from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for fresh produce, meats, fish, dairy, baked goods, and gifts from local artisans. Support local businesses and enjoy your holiday shopping! 

Cozy Up at the Tahoe XC Lodge | December 18-23

Stop by the Tahoe XC Lodge after a winter walk and warm up with some complimentary hot chocolate or hot cider by the fire. There may even be some cookies ready!

The lodge and retail shop will be open to pick up season passes or peacefully relax by the fire before kicking into full gear this winter. It’s the perfect opportunity to drop off your skis for some fresh wax before the snow starts to fly. 

10th Annual Holiday Bazaar at Tahoe Flow Arts and Fitness | December 23

Tahoe Flow Arts & Fitness presents its Annual Holiday Bazaar on December 23. The market kicks off at 3 p.m., followed by performances at 6 p.m. This event is a fundraiser for our Youth Scholarship Program, performing arts education, and community entertainment programs.

Get Tickets

Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade | December 24

Gather family and friends for a Christmas Eve tradition at Granlibakken Tahoe as skiers illuminate the ski hill with torches followed by Santa and his elves arriving on the vintage Tucker Sno Cat from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Holiday gifts are handed out to children and complimentary cookies winter beverages are served at our historic ski hill.

Dress warmly and enjoy treats and a fireplace in the Ski Hut. There is no cost to attend, so spread the word and bring your loved ones!

Learn More

Christmas Pageant & Candlelight Service | December 24

All are welcome to the Olympic Valley Chapel at 444 Shirley Canyon Road on December 24, 2023, at 5:30 PM for a Christmas Pageant and Candlelight Service. Costumes and refreshments will be provided.

Learn More

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Thanksgiving and Small Business Saturday Events

Sierra Community House | November 21-22

Sierra Community House offers special food distributions for the Thanksgiving holiday including a turkey and fixings. Services are free and everyone is welcome. You can register onsite and no qualifying documentation is required.

• Truckee Drive-Through: November 21, 4-5 pm
  • Sierra Community House, 12116 Chandelle Way
• Kings Beach Walk-Up | November 22, 3-4:30 pm
  • Sierra Community House, 265 Bear Street

For more info call (775) 545-4083 or email food@sierracommunityhouse.org

Tahoe Community Thanksgiving Celebration | November 23

Join for a free Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday, November 23 from 1-5:30 pm at the North Tahoe Event Center. Donations are welcome: new unwrapped toys, cans of food for Sierra Community House, donation of $2 per person or $5 per family, a potluck dish to share with others, or volunteer to help.

For more info call (916) 764-6488 or email debaura2000@yahoo.com

Small Business Saturday | November 25

Kings Beach Holiday Walkabout

Support your local shops on Small Business Saturday! On Saturday, November 25 from 10 am – 7 pm stop by participating Kings Beach businesses to shop and enjoy special offerings, discounts, Christmas cheer and community. Shops include:

• The Robin’s Nest
• Jackpot Thrift
• Pistol Annie’s Flea Market
• Brockway Art & Culinary Antiques
• Hot Diggity Dog & Cat Pet Store
• Lady Luck Skate Shop
• KB Print & Frame
• Wellbeing Gifts & Massage
• Chickadee Art Collective
• KB Nails
• Ace Hardware

#ShopSmall Week and Small Business Saturday in Tahoe City

On November 25, stop by Tahoe City for the “Holiday Hop”, a town-wide Small Business Saturday extravaganza, centered around Boatworks Mall. This festive event will be taking place from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm, with the grand tree lighting ceremony at around 5:30 p.m. Fun is in store for the whole family, including crafts for kids and small business collateral to promote shopping small throughout the season. And, of course, Santa will be there for photos, along with a photo booth to capture your holiday memories. To make the day eve