Welcome to the Tahoe TV/Tahoetopia Reno-Tahoe Top Picks for Apr 16 - 29, 2014.

Springtime in Lake Tahoe is known as one of Tahoe's other 'secret seasons' (the other is known as Fall). The spring skiing is legendary and there's live music everywhere, excellent weather and a host of great events.

Here's a look at Tahoetopia's Tahoe Top Picks for Apr 16 - 29, 2014...

Apr 16 & 23 (Wed) - Get Your Yoga On - Grab a friend and get your Yoga on at Northstar and Palisades Tahoe - both offering Yoga classes every Wednesday.  More Info..

Apr 17 & 24 (Thu) - Rustlers Moon - Head over to historic Truckee to Bar Of America and see this great local band and mix it up with the locals.  More Info...

Apr 18 (Fri) - Mark Sexton Band - Every note from the jazz guitar screams passion, every lyric from the heart.  Check out this Soul and Funk Power Trio at the Crystal Bay Casino.  Free.  More Info...

Apr 18 & 25 (Fri) - Fish Taco Fridays and Live Music - Take your pick from four great restaurants: Caliente, Gar Woods, Bar of America or Riva Grill for Fish Taco Fridays...followed by live local music.  More Info...

Apr 19 (Sat) - Tahoe-Truckee Earth Day Festival - at Palisades Tahoe.  Join in on the live music, the Trashion show, earth-friendly vendors and environmental fun at the largest annual eco-event in the North LakeTahoe-Truckee area.  More Info...

Apr 19 (Sat) - Spring Eggstravanganza at Commons Beach - Fun for the whole family, this event will include an egg hunt for the kids, pictures with the Easter Bunny, games and more.  More Info...

Apr 19 (Sat) - Downbeat - Get your dose of booty-shakin-soul-jazz-funk with this band for free at the Crystal Bay Casino.  More Info...

Apr 19 (Sat) - Downtown Reno Wine Walk - The Riverwalk Merchants Association hosts the popular Wine Walk (the original, and still the best!) along the Truckee River and neighboring streets in downtown Reno.  More Info...

Apr 19 & 26 (Sat) - Spring Music Series at Alpine Meadows - Join your friends on the deck for an afternoon of funky beats and good times in the spring sunshine. Featuring Stung, a Police Tribute Band (19th), and Peter Joseph & The Kingtide (26th)...both great bands you will love.  More Info...

Apr 20 (Sun) - Easter Egg Hunts - Gather the kiddo's, grab some baskets and join in on the Easter fun.  Your choice of Palisades Tahoe, Alpine Meadows, Northstar or Gar Woods, as they are all hosting Egg Hunts.  More Info...

Apr 20 (Sun) - Easter Brunches - Jakes On The Lake, Gar Woods, Sunnyside, River Ranch, Riva Grill. Your most difficult decision will be where to eat, because there are so many great menus and venues.  Where will you dine for Easter Day?  More Info...

Apr 20 (Sun) - Mamasake's Wasabi and Hand Roll Eating Contest - This is a one of a kind experience for both contestants and spectators, as brave souls attempt to stomach some wild hand rolls and/or a tennis-ball sized serving of Wasabi. The fun starts at 4:20 pm in the Village at Palisades Tahoe.  More info...

Apr 20 & 27 (Sun) - Yappy Hour at the Ritz - Enjoy the company of your wagging four-legged friend with food and drink specials designed for canines and their companions on the Backyard Terrace of the Ritz-Carlton.  More info...

Apr 24 (Thu) - Food & Wine Pairing -  at Jake's on the Lake featuring Storybook Mountain Vineyards. Taste four fine wines paired with plated courses of Chef Yorkey's creative cuisine. This event is expected to sell out, so reserve your spot.  More Info...

Apr 24-27 (Thu-Sun) - Reno Ukulele Festival - The 6th annul Reno Ukulele Festival is one of the largest events of its kind in the country that celebrates the growing popularity of the Ukulele and includes concerts, workshops and vendor areas.  More Info...

Apr 26 (Sat) - Hot Dog - The Movie - 30th Anniversary Party - Palisades Tahoe Institute will host a special Director's Q & A with 10 original cast members, film viewing, memorabillia auction, raffle and 80's costume party.  This is the wildest throwback party you will not want to miss!  More Info...

Apr 26 (Sat) - Tim Snider & House of Waters - The electric violin, guitar, cajon, and Tim's vocals can be described as a world-folk-jazz hybrid that is aimed at the heart, the brain, and the feet.  Free.  More Info...

Apr 26 (Sat) - Reno Beer Crawl - Sample domestic and nationally recognized and locally distributed craft beers across 15 different unique bars and restaurants all within walking distance of the City’s most iconic attractions in Downtown Reno.  More Info...

That's it for the Tahoe/Reno Top Picks for Apr 16 - 29, 2014.

Have a great rest of April!

- The Tahoe TV/Tahoetopia.com Team.

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