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AUG. 17 (TUESDAY)

Area venues. FARMERS MARKET. Fresh produce and more every Tuesday through Sept. 28 at the Truckee River Regional Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kings Beach State Recreation Area through Sept. 7. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com.

Olympic Valley. GOLF CLINICS. Resort at Squaw Creek offers one-hour clinics for juniors at 1 p.m. and women at 5 p.m. every Tuesday. $15. (530) 581-6637.

Incline Village. THUNDERBIRD LODGE KAYAK TOUR. Starts at Sand Harbor State Beach. 1.5-mile paddle to Thunderbird Lodge, tour, lunch included. $124 per person. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (530) 913-9212.

AUG. 18 (WEDNESDAY)

Northstar. WOMEN’S GOLF CLINIC. Northstar hosts a Women’s Full Swing Golf Clinic every Wednesday at 11 a.m. through Aug. 25. $25 per person. Reservations (530) 562-3290.

Tahoe City. MOVIES AT THE BEACH. Every Wednesday through Aug. 25 at Commons Beach. Movies begin 15 minutes before dusk. Tonight features “Shorts.” Free. Visit www.visittahoecity.com

Truckee. BEAD NIGHT OUT. Gioielli’s Specialty Beads hosts Bead Night Out from 5 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Learn how to make jewelry or get help with your own creations. Participants can bring their own beads and beads are available for sale. No registration needed and it’s free. (530) 582-4464.

Northstar. LOCAL CHEF SERIES. Manzanita at Ritz-Carlson hosts a local chef series each month. Tonight features Chef Jason DiGuilio of Wild Goose and Schaffer’s Camp with a four-course tasting menu. Reservations (530) 562-3050.

AUG. 19 (THURSDAY)

Tahoe City. FARMERS’ MARKET. Every Thursday on Commons Beach from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Sept. 30. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com. (530) 823-6183 .

Truckee. TRUCKEE RIVER TALK. Truckee River Watershed Council hosts a one-hour presentation and virtual tour at 8 a.m. RSVP (530) 550-8760.

Tahoe City. COOKING CLASS. Shop at Farmers Market with Chef Dale and then prepare a four-course lunch. $90. Meet at Wolfdale’s Restaurant 9 a.m. (530) 583-5700.

Truckee. TRUCKEE THURSDAYS. Downtown Truckee Thursdays run every Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m. featuring live music, Foothills Farmers Market, beer garden, vendors, food and wine, kid activities including a bounce house, arts and crafts, and more. Free parking.

Truckee. WINE TASTING. Pour House offers a wine tasting from 5 to 7 p.m.. (530) 550-9664.

Olympic Valley. OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES. Movies every Thursday through end of August. Starts at dusk, weather permitting. Blankets and warm clothes recommended. Free. (530) 584-6266

AUG. 19-21 (THURSDAY-SATURDAY)

South Lake Tahoe. DESOLATION WILDENESS BACKPACKING TRIP. 32.5 mile, 3 day, 2 night backpacking trip from Echo Lakes to Barker Pass trek through Desolation Wilderness on Tahoe Rim Trail. Hiking Guide Karen Thorsett will be the leader. Highlights include lakes, streams, granite, ascent up Dick's Pass. Beginner welcome but must be physically fit. Participants must provide their own gear, food, and clothing. 18+. No pets. Reservations (775) 298-0012.

AUG. 20 (FRIDAY)

Kings Beach. SUNSET KAYAK. Tahoe Adventure Company sunset kayak 1 to 2 miles every Friday. 6 to 8 p.m. $60. (530) 913-9212.

AUG. 20-21 (FRIDAY-SATURDAY)

Olympic Valley. WEEKEND WINEMAKERS. McManis tasting at Uncorked in Village at Squaw Valley from 5 to 7 p.m. $10. (530) 584-6090.

Crystal Bay. TUNNEL TOURS. The Cal Neva hosts tunnel tours every Friday and Saturday covering the history of the resort starting in 1936 and will take people to the present. It covers all the owners of the property over the years and all the other colorful characters, stars, musicians, mobsters and the like. Guides also tell about the paranormal happenings over the years and other unexplained happenings in the past and current. They will tour the property inside, outside and underground. (800) 225-6382.

Olympic Valley. SQUAW SUNSET HIKES. Begin at High Camp. 1 to 2 hours. $5 hike. $15 cable car rides plus hike. (530) 583-6985.

AUG. 21 (SATURDAY)

Truckee. ANNUAL ICE CREAM SOCIAL. Old Jail Museum hosts the ice cream social from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Community Memorial Garden. (530) 582-0893.

Norden. LAKE MARY DINNERS. Sugar Bowl hosts dinners at Lake Mary from 5 to 9 p.m. Benefits Pacific Crest Trail Association. Reservations (530) 426-7002.

Truckee. ‘TAPPED’ THE MOVIE. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers presents free Campfire Program on “Tapped” at Martis Creek Lake Campground at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.tahoeh2o.org.

Tahoe Vista. FULL MOON PADDLE. Tahoe Adventure Company offers a full moon paddle for 1 to 3 miles with 2+ hours on water at the Tahoe Vista Recreation Area. Easy to moderate. $60 includes kayaking equipment, guide, instruction, natural history, astronomy discussions and games. Reservations (530) 913-9212.

AUG. 22 (SUNDAY)

Truckee. MARTIS VALLEY HIKE. Mountain Area Preservation Society presents Far Western Martis Valley Hike that traverses forest, riparian areas, aspen groves and meadows. Gentle slopes. Bring a snack. 2 to 3 hours. 9 a.m. meet at the 7-11 center at Palisades and Brockway Road. Led by John Eaton, retired physician and amateur naturalist who has hiked the area since childhood. Reservations (530) 412-3189.

Incline Village. TOCCATA’S BAROQUE BRASSY. The Orchestra and Community Choral Artists of the Tahoe Area perform at St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church at 4 p.m. $20, $15 seniors, $5 students. (775) 313-9697.

AUG. 24 (TUESDAY)

Area venues. FARMERS MARKET. Fresh produce and more every Tuesday through Sept. 28 at the Truckee River Regional Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kings Beach State Recreation Area through Sept. 7. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com.

Olympic Valley. GOLF CLINICS. Resort at Squaw Creek offers one-hour clinics for juniors at 1 p.m. and women at 5 p.m. every Tuesday. $15. (530) 581-6637.

Incline Village. THUNDERBIRD LODGE KAYAK TOUR. Starts at Sand Harbor State Beach. 1.5-mile paddle to Thunderbird Lodge, tour, lunch included. $124 per person. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (530) 913-9212.

Donner Lake. MOONLIGHT PADDLE. Truckee Parks & Rec host a Moonlight Paddle on Donner Lake at dusk at West End Beach (call for time). Equipment provided. Prior boating experience required. $20 one person, $10 per person for double or triple. (530) 582-7720.

Tahoe City. MOONLIGHT PADDLE. Launches from Tahoe City just before Sunset, paddle along the shore, watch the moon fill the sky, finish in Tahoe City with Tahoe City Kayak. $60. (530) 581-4336.

Incline Village. SENIOR MOONLIGHT HIKE. Enjoy a moderate one-mile hike on a paved road to Crystal Bay Lookout at 5:30 p.m., followed by wine and cheese. Tonight is the Green Corn Moon. Bring camera and flashlight. Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. Meet in Recreation Center lobby 15 minutes before departure. $15, $10 with IVGID pass. (775) 832-1310.

Incline Village. FULL MOON HIKE. Free for Tahoe Rim Trail Association members (membership begins at $20). Starts at the Tahoe Meadows Trailhead. RSVP (775) 298-0238.

AUG. 25 (WEDNESDAY)

Northstar. WOMEN’S GOLF CLINIC. Northstar hosts a Women’s Full Swing Golf Clinic every Wednesday at 11 a.m. $25 per person. Reservations (530) 562-3290.

Tahoe City. MOVIES AT THE BEACH. Every Wednesday through Aug. 25 at Commons Beach. Movies begin 15 minutes before dusk. Tonight features “How to Train Your Dragon.” Free. Visit www.visittahoecity.com.

AUG. 26 (THURDAY)

Tahoe City. FARMERS’ MARKET. Every Thursday on Commons Beach from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Sept. 30. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com. (530) 823-6183 .

Olympic Valley. OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES. Movies every Thursday through end of August. Starts at dusk, weather permitting. Blankets and warm clothes recommended. Free. (530) 584-6266.

Olympic Valley. PLUMPJACK WINEMAKER SERIES. Phil and Arden Coturri from Organic Farmers Wine and Olive Oil hosts a winemaker’s tasting from 6 to 9 p.m. by the glass, flight or paired with the Chef’s Tasting Menu. (530) 583-1578.

Homewood. LAKE EXPLORATIONS. Tahoe Maritime Museum hosts Martin McClellan of New Millennium Dive Expeditions at 5 p.m. $8. (530) 525-9253.

AUG. 27 (FRIDAY)

Kings Beach. SUNSET KAYAK. Tahoe Adventure Company sunset kayak 1 to 2 miles every Friday. 6 to 8 p.m. $60. (530) 913-9212.

Truckee. SIERRA FORAGE DINNER. Cedar House Sports Hotel & Stella Restaurants hosts the four-course Sierra Forage Dinner benefitting Mountain Area Preservation Foundation at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy wine pairings with dinner, live music and silent auction. $100. (530) 582-6751.

AUG. 27-28 (FRIDAY-SATURDAY)

Olympic Valley. WEEKEND WINEMAKERS. Seghesio tasting at Uncorked in Village at Squaw Valley from 5 to 7 p.m. $10. (530) 584-6090.

Crystal Bay. TUNNEL TOURS. The Cal Neva hosts tunnel tours every Friday and Saturday covering the history of the resort starting in 1936 and will take people to the present. It covers all the owners of the property over the years and all the other colorful characters, stars, musicians, mobsters and the like. Guides also tell about the paranormal happenings over the years and other unexplained happenings in the past and current. They will tour the property inside, outside and underground. (800) 225-6382.

AUG. 27-29 (FRIDAY-SUNDAY)

Kings Beach. ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR. Arts and crafts by regional artisans, music and face painting at Kings Beach Plaza from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Benefits North Tahoe Little League. Free. (530) 546-2768.

AUG. 28 (SATURDAY)

Northstar. WINE WALK. Village at Northstar hosts a wine walk from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. with wines from Robert Mondavi and light hors d’oeuvres. 21+. $20 includes commemorative wine glass. Tickets www.northstarattahoe.com or (800) 466-6784.

Incline Village. COUSTEAU PRESENTATION. Alexandra Cousteau, granddaughter of Jacques-Yves Cousteau and an international advocate for water quality and policy, featured speaker at 2010 Siebens Binz-Tahoe Forum. Sierra Nevada College at 3 p.m. Free. Advance RSVP. (775) 831-1314.

Norden. LAKE MARY DINNERS. Sugar Bowl hosts dinners at Lake Mary from 5 to 9 p.m. Benefits Donner Summit Historical Society. Reservations (530) 426-7002.

Olympic Valley. TOCCATA WINDS. The Orchestra and Community Choral Artists of the Tahoe Area perform at Squaw Valley Chapel at 5:30 p.m. $20, $15 seniors, $5 students. (775) 313-9697.

Tahoe City. FAITH CONCERT & BBQ. Tahoe Christian Center presents free Legion of Faith Concert, 2566 Lake Forest 6 p.m. $5 barbecue, free concert 7 p.m. RSVP for barbecue (530) 583-4656.

AUG. 28-29 (SATURDAY-SUNDAY)

Sierraville. BARN DINNERS. Moody’s Bistro and Sierra Valley Farms hosts the popular Barn Dinner with a four-course family style meal provided with fresh ingredients from the farm. Enjoy a farm tour at 5 p.m., followed by dinner with wine and beverages, as well as live music. Transportation available. $125 per person. Reservations (530) 587-8688. Transportation (530) 582-5828.

AUG. 29 (SUNDAY)

Incline Village. MOUNT ROSE HIKE. Strenuous, straightforward 10.2 mile hike with Tahoe Rim Trail Association. Bring lunch and snacks. No pets. 11+. Meet at Mount Rose Summit Parking Area at 8:30 a.m. (775) 298-0012.

Truckee. TAHOE FAMILY FESTIVAL. KidZone Museum host the first Tahoe Family Festival at Truckee Regional Park Amphitheater with kid-focused music and family entertainment. Visit www.kidzonemuseum.org.

Incline Village. WINE ON THE WATER. 24 wineries and 12 restaurants on the Cottage Green at the Hyatt Regency from 1 to 5 p.m. Benefits Boys & Girls Club. $65 advance, $75 at door. (775) 886-6899.

Tahoe City. TOCCATA WINDS. The Orchestra and Community Choral Artists of the Tahoe Area perform at Christ the King Lutheran Church at 5:30 p.m. $20, $15 seniors, $5 students. (775) 313-9697.

Olympic Valley. PROJECT BANDALOOP. Aerial dancers of Project Bandaloop perform from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Resort at Squaw Creek to benefit Arts For the Schools. $35 adults, $15 under 18. (530) 582-8278 or www.artsfortheschools.org.

AUG. 30 (MONDAY)

Sierra Valley. BARN DINNER BENEFIT. A four-course family style meal celebrates food, farm and community at Gary Romano's Sierra Valley Farm. Farm tour, dinner, wine, beverages, live music. Benefits Slow Food Lake Tahoe. $125. (530) 587-8688.

AUG. 31 (TUESDAY)

Area venues. FARMERS MARKET. Fresh produce and more every Tuesday through Sept. 28 at the Truckee River Regional Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kings Beach State Recreation Area through Sept. 7. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com.

Olympic Valley. GOLF CLINICS. Resort at Squaw Creek offers one-hour clinics for juniors at 1 p.m. and women at 5 p.m. every Tuesday. $15. (530) 581-6637.

Incline Village. THUNDERBIRD LODGE KAYAK TOUR. Starts at Sand Harbor State Beach. 1.5-mile paddle to Thunderbird Lodge, tour, lunch included. $124 per person. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (530) 913-9212.

Incline Village. ALTERNATIVE ENERGY HOME. Learn how to develop net energy producing, alternative energy home. Presented by Ben Solomon of Sierra Nevada College. Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences. 5:30 p.m. cash bar. 6 p.m. program. $5. (775) 881-7560.

SEPT. 1 (WEDNESDAY)

Truckee. BEAD NIGHT OUT. Gioielli’s Specialty Beads hosts Bead Night Out from 5 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Learn how to make jewelry or get help with your own creations. Participants can bring their own beads and beads are available for sale. No registration needed and it’s free. (530) 582-4464.

SEPT. 1 (THURSDAY)

Tahoe City. FARMERS’ MARKET. Every Thursday on Commons Beach from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Sept. 30. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com. (530) 823-6183 .

SEPT. 3 (FRIDAY)

Truckee. FLYING FLIX. Truckee Experimental Aircraft Association First Friday of the month “Flying Flix” at the airport chapter house. Presentations from EAA, Civil Air Patrol, 99s, FAA or other airport entities may precede the aviation related movie. 6 p.m. Free. (530) 587-4811.

SEPT. 3-4 (FRIDAY-SATURDAY)

Northstar. TAHOE STAR TOURS. Northstar hosts Tahoe Star Tours with star guide and poet Tony Berendsen. Enjoy poetry, fun quiz with prizes, laser tour of the stars and constellations and a telescopic viewing from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. featuring Jupiter. $30 adults, $15 12 and under. Reservations www.northstarattahoe.com.

SEPT. 3-5 (FRIDAY-SUNDAY)

Kings Beach. ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR. Arts and crafts by regional artisans, music and face painting at Kings Beach Plaza from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Benefits North Tahoe Business Association. Free. (530) 546-2768.

SEPT. 4 (SATURDAY)

Tahoe Donner. GLACIER WAY ECOLOGY & GEOLOGY HIKE. Derek Larson, Sierra College teacher and Tahoe Donner resident, leads a guided hike. Easy trail and pace. Children welcome. Meet at Glacier Way trailhead in Tahoe Donner for 21⁄2 mile hike from 10 a.m. to noon. Visit www.tdgreen.org.

SEPT. 4-5 (SATURDAY-SUNDAY)

Sierraville. BARN DINNERS. Moody’s Bistro and Sierra Valley Farms hosts the popular Barn Dinner with a four-course family style meal provided with fresh ingredients from the farm. Enjoy a farm tour at 5 p.m., followed by dinner with wine and beverages, as well as live music. Transportation available. $125 per person. Reservations (530) 587-8688. Transportation (530) 582-5828.

SEPT. 5 (SUNDAY)

Truckee. PANCAKE BREAKFAST. Pancake Breakfast fundraiser for Senior Meals on Wheels is 8 to 11 a.m. at Truckee Donner Senior Apartments, 10040 Estates Drive. $7 adults, $3 children. (530) 550-7600.

Olympic Valley. ALPEN WINE FESTIVAL. Live music and wine tasting from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Village at Squaw. $40 includes souvenir wine glass. Benefits The Heuga Center for Multiple Sclerosis. (530) 584-6266

SEPT. 7 (TUESDAY)

Area venues. FARMERS MARKET. Fresh produce and more every Tuesday through Sept. 28 at the Truckee River Regional Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kings Beach State Recreation Area. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com.

Incline Village. SENIORS TAKE-A-HIKE. IVGID hosts a guided Take-A-Hike for ages 55+ as part of the senior wellness program. Check in at Recreation Center lobby at 10 a.m. Today features The Meadows. $12, $8 with IVGID pass. Register (775) 832-1310.

Incline Village. TRAIL OF DREAMS. Learn how you can get involved with the Tahoe Rim Trail Association from noon to 1 p.m. at the D.W. Reynolds Nonprofit Center. Free. (775) 298-0012.

SEPT. 9 (THURSDAY)

Tahoe City. FARMERS’ MARKET. Every Thursday on Commons Beach from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Sept. 30. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com. (530) 823-6183 .

Tahoe City. COOKING CLASS. Shop at Farmers Market with Chef Dale and then prepare a four-course lunch. $90. Meet at Wolfdale’s Restaurant 9 a.m. (530) 583-5700.

Homewood. PRESERVING HISTORY THROUGH CAMERA LENSE TALK. Tahoe Maritime Museum hosts Peter Goin, UNR Art Professor, discussing preserving history with photography at 5 p.m. $8. (530) 525-9253.

Incline Village. ANTARCTIC RESEARCH. Squaw Valley Institute and UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center present Alison Murray from Desert Research Institute. 6:30 p.m. cash bar, 7 p.m. program. $10. Free for students. (530) 581-4138.

SEPT. 10 (FRIDAY)

Kings Beach. SUNSET KAYAK. Tahoe Adventure Company sunset kayak 1 to 2 miles every Friday. 6 to 8 p.m. $60. (530) 913-9212.

Olympic Valley. PLUMPJACK WINEMAKER SERIES. Anthony Truchard Jr. from Truchard Wines presents a winemaker’s tasting by the glass, flight or paired with the Chef’s Tasting Menu from 6 to 9 pm. (530) 583-1578.

Incline Village. POOL PARTY. IVGID hosts a back-to-school splash and barbecue at Incline Recreation Center from 6 to 9 p.m. $8 with student ID. (775) 832-1310.

SEPT. 10-11 (FRIDAY-SATURDAY)

Northstar. TAHOE STAR TOURS. Northstar hosts Tahoe Star Tours with star guide and poet Tony Berendsen. Enjoy poetry, fun quiz with prizes, laser tour of the stars and constellations and a telescopic viewing from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. featuring a Tribute to Carl Sagan. $30 adults, $15 12 and under. Reservations www.northstarattahoe.com.

SEPT. 11 (SATURDAY)

Truckee. PANCAKES AND FLIGHTS. EAA Chapter Pancake Breakfast and Young Eagle flights for youth 8 to 17 years old. Free introductory flight experience. Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 8 to 8:30 a.m. registration. E-mail eagles@eaa1073.org.

Truckee. MARITIME MUSEUM ANNEX OPEN HOUSE. Tahoe Maritime Museum hosts an Open House at the Truckee Annex from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 10434 River Park Place. (530) 525-9253 or (530) 582-9273.

SEPT. 11-12 (SATURDAY-SUNDAY)

Olympic Valley. TRAILS AND VISTAS. “If Dreams were Clouds” art hike celebrates art, dance and environment. (530) 550-8262.

Area venues. NORTH TAHOE PLEIN AIR. Local and regional artists paint at locations throughout North Lake Tahoe during the week. Demonstrations, silent auction and public sale at the Village at Northstar. E-mail tahoe.pleinair@gmail.com.

SEPT. 14 (TUESDAY)

Truckee. FARMERS MARKET. Fresh produce and more every Tuesday through Sept. 28 at the Truckee River Regional Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com.

SEPT. 15 (WEDNESDAY)

Truckee. BEAD NIGHT OUT. Gioielli’s Specialty Beads hosts Bead Night Out from 5 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Learn how to make jewelry or get help with your own creations. Participants can bring their own beads and beads are available for sale. No registration needed and it’s free. (530) 582-4464.

SEPT. 16 (THURSDAY)

Tahoe City. FARMERS’ MARKET. Every Thursday on Commons Beach from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Sept. 30. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com. (530) 823-6183 .

SEPT. 18-19 (SATURDAY-SUNDAY)

Truckee. RENNAISANCE FAIRE. Truckee Renaissance Faire features artists demonstrating ancient arts, henna, hair braiding in renaissance fashion, custom medallion creations, performances, snacks and meals at Truckee River Regional Park. (530) 582-1498 or www.truckeerenfaire.org.

SEPT. 19 (SUNDAY)

Incline Village. THUNDERBIRD’S WINEMAKER’S DINNER. Wolfdale’s Cuisine Unique and White Cottage Ranch Winery host a winemaker’s dinner at Thunderbird Lodge. $195 per person. (775) 832-8752.

SEPT. 21 (TUESDAY)

Truckee. FARMERS MARKET. Fresh produce and more every Tuesday through Sept. 28 at the Truckee River Regional Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com.

Incline Village. SENIOR MOONLIGHT HIKE. Enjoy a moderate one-mile hike on a paved road to Crystal Bay Lookout at 5:30 p.m., followed by wine and cheese. Tonight is the Harvest Moon. Bring camera and flashlight. Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. Meet in Recreation Center lobby 15 minutes before departure. $15, $10 with IVGID pass. (775) 832-1310.

SEPT. 23 (THURSDAY)

Tahoe City. FARMERS’ MARKET. Every Thursday on Commons Beach from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Sept. 30. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com. (530) 823-6183 .

Incline Village. FULL MOON HIKE. Free for Tahoe Rim Trail Association members (membership begins at $20). Starts at the Tahoe Meadows Trailhead. RSVP (775) 298-0238.

SEPT. 25 (SATURDAY)

Truckee. FALL COLORS. Gardening class at Villager Nursery from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Free. (530) 587-0771.

Tahoe Vista. FULL MOON PADDLE. Tahoe Adventure Company offers a full moon paddle for 1 to 3 miles with 2+ hours on water at the Tahoe Vista Recreation Area. Easy to moderate. $60 includes kayaking equipment, guide, instruction, natural history, astronomy discussions and games. Reservations (530) 913-9212.

SEPT. 28 (TUESDAY)

Truckee. FARMERS MARKET. Fresh produce and more at the Truckee River Regional Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com.

Truckee. ANNUAL DINNER. Truckee Donner Historical Society meets for Board of Directors elections and dinner at The Lodge in Tahoe Donner. (530) 587-1343.

SEPT. 30 (THURSDAY)

Tahoe City. FARMERS’ MARKET. Every Thursday on Commons Beach from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Sept. 30. Visit www.foothillfarmersmarket.com. (530) 823-6183.

OCT. 2 (SATURDAY)

Olympic Valley. OKTOBERFEST. Enjoy beer, bratwurst and Bavarian bands from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Village at Squaw Valley, featuring a Stein Holding Competition, Keg Race and the Bratwurst Toss. $10 includes stein and one beer. $5 additional beers. Benefits Tahoe Truckee Lacrosse Association. (530) 584-6266.

Truckee. TRUCKEE WINE, WALK & SHOP. Benefits Sierra Senior Services. From noon to 4 p.m. Includes wine tastings, five food tickets, commemorative glass, program and goodie bag. $30 advance, $40 day. (530) 550-2252 or www.truckeewinewalk.com.

OCT. 3 (SUNDAY)

Truckee. PANCAKE BREAKFAST. Pancake Breakfast fundraiser for Senior Meals on Wheels is 8 to 11 a.m. at Truckee Donner Senior Apartments, 10040 Estates Drive. $7 adults, $3 children. (530) 550-7600.

OCT. 5 (TUESDAY)

Incline Village. TRAIL OF DREAMS. Learn how you can get involved with the Tahoe Rim Trail Association from noon to 1 p.m. at the DWR Nonprofit Center. Free. (775) 298-0012.

OCT. 9 (SATURDAY)

Truckee. PANCAKES AND FLIGHTS. EAA Chapter Pancake Breakfast and Young Eagle flights for youth 8 to 17 years old. Free introductory flight experience. Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 8 to 8:30 a.m. registration. E-mail eagles@eaa1073.org.

OCT. 9-10 (SATURDAY-SUNDAY)

Truckee. DONNER PARTY HIKES. Visit www.truckee.com.

OCT. 12 (TUESDAY)

Incline Village. SENIORS TAKE-A-HIKE. IVGID hosts a guided Take-A-Hike for ages 55+ as part of the senior wellness program. Check in at Recreation Center lobby at 10 a.m. Today features The Mount Rose Flume Trail. $12, $8 with IVGID pass. Register (775) 832-1310.

OCT. 13 (WEDNESDAY)

Tahoe Donner. TRUCKEE GOING GREEN. Update focuses on strategic plans for Truckee and Tahoe Donner including energy and water conservation initiatives, facilities and cost-saving strategies. Speakers: Tahoe Donner Association Robb Etnyre, general manager; Town of Truckee Tony Lashbrook, city manager; Tahoe Donner Public Utility District Steven Poncelet, public information and conservation manager. Tahoe Donner Northwoods Clubhouse. 6:30 p.m. refreshments, 7 to 8:30 p.m. program. Visit www.tdgreen.org.

OCT. 16 (SATURDAY)

Incline Village. SENIOR MOONLIGHT HIKE. Enjoy a moderate one-mile hike on a paved road to Crystal Bay Lookout at 5:30 p.m., followed by wine and cheese. Tonight is the Harvest Moon. Bring camera and flashlight. Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. Meet in Recreation Center lobby 15 minutes before departure. $15, $10 with IVGID pass. (775) 832-1310.

Incline Village. SOGGY DOGGY DAY OF FALL. IVGID hosts the Soggy Doggy Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with games, activities, costume contest and prizes for dogs at Burnt Cedar Pool. Free. (775) 832-1321.

Tahoe City. KAYAK SAFETY. Coast Guard class. (530) 587-3323. North Tahoe Coast Auxiliary will be offering a kayak safety class covering an introduction to kayaking, selecting a life jacket and protective clothing, recommended safety equipment, cold water hazards and more. Register (530) 587-3323.

OCT. 17 (SUNDAY)

Incline Village. THUNDERBIRD’S WINEMAKER’S DINNER. Bistro 7 and Wines of Italy host a winemaker’s dinner at Thunderbird Lodge. $195 per person. (775) 832-8752.

OCT. 23 (SATURDAY)

Incline Village. FULL MOON HIKE. Free for Tahoe Rim Trail Association members (membership begins at $20). Starts at the Tahoe Meadows Trailhead. RSVP (775) 298-0238.

NOV. 6 (SATURDAY)

Incline Village. CHOCOLATE, WINE & ROSES. Benefit for Tahoe Women’s Services and Project Mana at The Chateau from 7 to 10 p.m. (775) 298-0010

 
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