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Ninth Annual Truckee Maker Show Coming June 8

05/08/2025

Calling all artists, crafters and makers and the folks who appreciate them, the Truckee Maker Show will be held on June 8.

Nevada County Composers Cooperative Spring Concert May 3

04/18/2025

The Nevada County Composers Cooperative will be holding a spring concert on May 3 at Trabucco Ranch in Grass Valley.

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Truckee Love. And Friends of the Truckee Library Launch “Truckee Library Love.” to Support Campaign for New Library

TRUCKEE, Calif. — A dynamic new partnership is bringing fresh energy to a vital community cause. Beloved local brand truckee love. and the Friends of the Truckee Library have joined forces to launch truckee library love., a heartfelt collaboration aimed …

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Truckee Arts Leaders, Artists Advocate for the Arts at California State Capitol

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Truckee Arts Alliance, alongside several local artists, traveled to Sacramento this week to attend the California Arts and Culture Summit and participate in Arts Advocacy Day at the Capitol. These statewide events brought together artists, cultural leaders, …

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Art in Motion: Trails and Vistas Prepares for 22nd Annual Hikes Through Nature and Creativity

TRUCKEE, Calif. — For Jean Fournier, the landscape of Donner Summit holds more than beauty — it holds memories etched in art.

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Tahoe Joy Festival Comes to Tahoe City

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – The Tahoe Joy Festival is returning to Tahoe City's Commons Beach on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

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Students at Sierra Expeditionary Learning School Tell the History of Truckee’s Buildings

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Second and third-graders at Sierra Expeditionary Learning School (SELS) have brought the history of downtown Truckee's buildings to life through a unique student-led virtual tour project. As part of their Fire and Ice History Learning Expedition, students …

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Truckee Native and Emmy-Winning Casting Director Erin Tomasello Elevates Local Talent on National Stage

TRUCKEE, CA — Emmy Award-winning casting director Erin Tomasello may have conquered Hollywood, but her heart never left Truckee. Born and raised in the mountain town she still calls home, Tomasello has become a fierce advocate for Tahoe pride—proving it …

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Council Supports New Truckee Library

TRUCKEE, Calif. – The Truckee Town Council met Tuesday, Apr. 8 to discuss polling results for a potential Nov. 2025 revenue measure to fund a new regional library and to review several housing, environmental, and transit initiatives.

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Tickets Now Available for the 18th Annual Tahoe City Food and Wine Classic

TAHOE CITY, Calif. – The highly anticipated Tahoe City Food & Wine Classic returns to Lake Tahoe on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m., celebrating its 18th anniversary. This beloved event invites attendees to enjoy a leisurely …

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Tahoe Adventure Film Festival Golden Camelot Award 2025

Each year, the Tahoe Adventure Film Festival (TAFF) brings together the Tahoe tribe consisting of athletes, filmmakers, outdoor enthusiasts, and storytellers for a high-energy celebration of adventure culture. Founded by legendary climber and entertainer Todd Offenbacher, the festival is more …

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Truckee Literary Crawl Brings Together 44 Creatives in a Free Event

TRUCKEE, Calif. – Get ready for an unforgettable free literary experience at the April 5 Truckee Literary Crawl, where an eclectic mix of authors will showcase the richness of storytelling across multiple genres. 

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