North Lake Tahoe and Truckee Events Calendar

8:30 doors; 9:30 pm show ~ Israel Vibration¹s positive music has been captivating audiences for nearly two decades. They cast a harmonious musical spell, weaving traditional roots reggae with a mesmerizing sound and deeply spiritual message. Call 775-337-8344 for more info.

8:30pm-10:30pm Guests interested in taking advantage of the resort’s unique mountain setting which is ideal for star gazing may choose to participate in a Tahoe Star Tour. Led by star guide Amateur Astronomer Tony Berendsen, these evening sky tours take guests on a trip across the heavens. Tours are highly interactive and allow guests to have a hands-on experience at amateur astronomy. Tahoe Star Tours take place from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and meet at the top of the Highlands Gondola at the Ritz-Carlton Destination Club. From there, guests are escorted to the viewing location on the deck of the Big Springs Day Lodge, located mid-mountain at Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort. Proper walking footwear is recommended. There is a cost to participate. All tours include a commemorative flashlight. For more information or reservations, visit www.NorthstarAtTahoe.com.

8:30pm-10:30pm Guests interested in taking advantage of the resort’s unique mountain setting which is ideal for star gazing may choose to participate in a Tahoe Star Tour. Led by star guide Amateur Astronomer Tony Berendsen, these evening sky tours take guests on a trip across the heavens. Tours are highly interactive and allow guests to have a hands-on experience at amateur astronomy. Tahoe Star Tours take place from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and meet at the top of the Highlands Gondola at the Ritz-Carlton Destination Club. From there, guests are escorted to the viewing location on the deck of the Big Springs Day Lodge, located mid-mountain at Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort. Proper walking footwear is recommended. There is a cost to participate. All tours include a commemorative flashlight. For more information or reservations, visit www.NorthstarAtTahoe.com.

10:00am-11:30am Saturdays from May 29 through Sep 4 10am-11:30am. Meet at the Visitor Information Center (next to the Fire Station in Tahoe City) FREE (donations to North Lake Tahoe Historical Society welcome) The popular Tahoe City Historic Guided Walking Tour highlights points of historic interest as well as things to do and places to eat. The tour is fun for tourists and locals interested in finding out more about the area. Meet at the Visitor Information Center. The tour ends at the Gatekeeper's Museum where tour participants receive free admission. Tours are free (Donations to the North Lake Tahoe Historical Society are welcome). For more information, contact the Gatekeeper's Museum at 530-583-1762~www.northtahoemuseums.org

Local and regional artists will showcase their works throughout the Village at Northstar. Interactive children’s activities also will be available making this a great event for the whole family. www.NorthstarAtTahoe.com

Evening Dinner Come see where your food comes from! Set in Beckwourth at our good friend Gary Romano's Sierra Valley Farms. Enjoy a 4-course family style meal that celebrates food, farm & community! Tickets include...farm tour, 4 courses of farm fresh food, wine & beverages, & LIVE music. These events are limited to 60 people and are expected to sell out. Call now for reservations and more information. Hitch a ride to the barn with Tahoe Truckee Transportation - offering transportation to the barn dinners. (530) 582-5828 www.sierravalleyfarms.com 530-587-8688

4-7pm ~ The Sons of Champlin was one of the pioneering San Francisco bands of the 1960s that continues to record and tour after a career spanning more than 40 years.

Lunch and dinner Lake Tahoe Restaurant Week puts the stoplight on High Sierra fine dining, giving local food aficionados and visitors an opportunity to enjoy three-course, prix-fixe menus at participating restaurants, both new and established favorites, throughout Lake Tahoe and the Truckee region. The inaugural event kicks off Labor Day Weekend, Sunday, September 5, and runs through Sunday, September 12. For more details, menus and how to participate, click to www.TahoeRestaurantWeek.com.

8:30pm-10:30pm Guests interested in taking advantage of the resort’s unique mountain setting which is ideal for star gazing may choose to participate in a Tahoe Star Tour. Led by star guide Amateur Astronomer Tony Berendsen, these evening sky tours take guests on a trip across the heavens. Tours are highly interactive and allow guests to have a hands-on experience at amateur astronomy. Tahoe Star Tours take place from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and meet at the top of the Highlands Gondola at the Ritz-Carlton Destination Club. From there, guests are escorted to the viewing location on the deck of the Big Springs Day Lodge, located mid-mountain at Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort. Proper walking footwear is recommended. There is a cost to participate. All tours include a commemorative flashlight. For more information or reservations, visit www.NorthstarAtTahoe.com.

11am-6pm Join us for our 25th Anniversary Celebration. All details to come. Event at Northstar-at-Tahoe and North Lake Tahoe. For vendor information please contact Judy Laverty 530-581-8702. www.tahoefoodandwine.com

All day Tickets for the September Trails and Vistas Art Hike go on sale July 1st. The dance company CAPACITOR is this year's featured artist at Trails and Vistas. Come hike with us for Trails and Vistas “If Dreams were Clouds” on September 11th & 12th hosted by Squaw Valley USA. Tickets for Trails and Vistas will be available through the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce and online. Phone contact: 530-563-6557 www.trailsandvistas.org

5pm Northstar Resort’s Super D race is an endurance downhill race with some flat sections. These courses are typically longer and not as technical in nature as our Downhill Races - testing both a rider’s endurance and bike handing skills. We recommend a full suspension mountain bike. Race after-party, raffle and awards will be held at North of the Boarder and begin at approximately 7:00 p.m. (or a half hour after the final competitor finishes). Race Dates • Friday, July 23 • Friday, August 27 • Friday, September 17 For registration and information contact www.NorthstarAtTahoe.com

9A-6PM 25 annual car show with over $2,500 awarded in cash ans prizes for 50 classes, poker run, slot tournament, Karoake contests special room rates ar 1-800-Biltmore, show info 530-541-7300 www.goodsamsaferide.com

12pm Northstar Resort’s Two-Cross race series is NEW at Northstar Resort this year. The Two-Cross race is a gated gravity competition where two competitors race together on a course which will often feature bermed corners, jumps, and other technical trail features. Following a qualification round, riders race against each other in an elimination format (heats) to determine a winner. Race after-party, raffle and awards will be held on the Day Lodge Deck and begin at approximately 4 p.m. (or a half hour after the final competitor finishes.) Race Dates • Saturday, July 24 • Saturday, August 28 • Saturday, September 18 All Two-Cross Races begin at 12 p.m. For registration and information contact www.NorthstarAtTahoe.com

9:00 AM The Emerald Bay Trail Run starts at Eagle Point and then takes you around Emerald Bay and up the Rubicon Trail to D.L. Bliss State Park to finish at Lester Beach. www.bigblueadventure.com

12pm Northstar Resort’s downhill terrain offers the perfect venue for this tooth rattling, downhill challenge! Twenty divisions for men, women and juniors, beginner through open class. Top three in each division receive awards at the conclusion of each race and at the conclusion of the series, based on cumulative points. Race after-party, awards and raffle will be held on the Day Lodge deck with music, food and drink specials! Raffle and awards are scheduled to begin at approximately 3 p.m. (or a half hour after the final competitor). Downhill Mountain Bike Race Dates • Sunday, June 13: Boondocks (all divisions) • Sunday, July 25: Sticks & Stones (all divisions) • Sunday, August 8: Dog Bone (pro/expert), Karpiel to Speed Control to lower Sticks & Stones (sport/beginner) • Sunday, August 29 - 4th Annual Live Wire Classic: Live Wire • Sunday, September 19: Gypsy (all divisions). For registration and information contact www.NorthstarAtTahoe.com

7:00 a.m. This fully supported scenic bike tour of the Tahoe, Truckee and Donner areas will benefit the North Tahoe Middle and High school music programs. Cyclists may choose from 30, 60 and 100 mile routes with rest stops and van support. The ride begins and ends at the Village at Squaw Valley with pizza, pasta and live music provided by the North Tahoe School bands. For more information,please go to www.tahoesierracentury.com

7:00 a.m. This fully supported scenic bike tour of the Tahoe, Truckee and Donner areas will benefit the North Tahoe Middle and High school music programs. Cyclists may choose from 30, 60 and 100 mile routes with rest stops and van support. The ride begins and ends at the Village at Squaw Valley with pizza, pasta and live music provided by the North Tahoe School bands. For more information,please go to www.tahoesierracentury.com

6:00-10:00pm Hike in the majestic Sierra Nevada's while the sun sets the sky on fire, the full moon rises, and the stars twinkle! Location: North Tahoe Regional Park. Call for more information at 530-913-9212. www.TahoeAdventureCompany.com