Welcome to the Tahoe TV/Tahoetopia Reno-Tahoe Top Picks for May 14 - May 27, 2014.

Break out the paddle-craft, watercraft, beach toys, mountain bikes, golf clubs and whatever other accessories you desire - summer in Tahoe is at hand! Memorial Day Weekend, the official launch pad to summer in Tahoe, is upon us with "Opening Day on the Lake" and numerous other festive outdoor events. Tahoe's eateries open their decks & patios with live music for more fun in the sun, and the lake comes alive!

Here's a look at Tahoetopia's Tahoe Top Picks for May 14 - May 27, 2014...

May 16 (Fri) - Reverend Billy C. Wirtz - A comic genius, gifted pianist, and American musicologist who defies easy classification.  No theme is too extreme, taboo, or undignified for the Reverend, so long as it garners a good laugh. Don't miss this hilarious show at the Crystal Bay Casino.  More Info...

May 16 & 23 (Fri) - Live Music - Take your pick from three great restaurants in three great locations: Gar Woods in Carnelian Bay, Bar of America in historic downtown Truckee, or Riva Grill on the lake in South Shore...check calendar for bands and times.   More Info...

May 17 (Sat) - Inspired Adventure Spring Festival - A family fun day with live music, an artisan market, make & take art stations, an obstacle course, silent auction, henna tattoos, a maypole dance, wholesome food, and more at this fundraiser for Kindred Art & Folk Institute at Truckee Community Art Center.  More Info...

May 18 (Sun) - Best of Tahoe Chefs - A Kaleidoscope Of Color - A charity fundraising event at the Ritz-Carlton showcasing the talents of Lake Tahoe's best chefs and restaurants with dinner, wine tasting, dancing, and an auction.  More Info...

May 22 (Thu) - The Movement - Originally from the South East, this groovin' reggae-rock band recently released their 4th album "Side By Side," debuting at #2 on the Billboard Reggae Chart, so catch them at the Crystal Bay Casino.  More Info...

May 22 (Thu) - Farmers Market at Commons Beach - Grab your eco-shopping bags and hit the beach! Shop, while you gaze at Lake Tahoe, at the Foothill Farmers' Market for certified organic farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, nuts, honey, eggs, nursery stock, and home-made baked goods.  More Info...

May 22-26 (Thu-Mon) - Opening Day At The Lake - Lake Tahoe is ready and open for summer!  Time to open up the summer cabins, put the boats in the water, and get a jump on summer activities. Enjoy restaurant deck openings/parties, special events, tours, live music and more!  More Info...

May 23-24 (Fri-Sat) - Summer Concert Series - Kick off the summer with an evening of music and friends in the Village at Heavenly in South Lake Tahoe.  Friday NVO plays a live electronic/jam, and Saturday Liquid Kactus brings funk/jam to the stage.  More Info...

May 23-25 (Fri-Sun) - Deck and Patio Opening Parties - Memorial Day fun in the sun with live music, libations and food.  Friday- Sunnyside and Chambers Landing, Saturday- West Shore Cafe' and Bridgetender, and Sunday - Jakes on the Lake.  Pick one or all!  More Info...

May 24 (Sat) - 2014 O'Neill Tahoe SUP & Paddleboard Race - The first of three in the series, this race is a 5 mile course around the shoreline of Donner Lake and includes demos and activities at West End Beach.  More Info...

May 24-25 (Sat-Sun) - Truckee Home & Building Show / Sierra Health & Recreation Expo - Find everything you need to build, remodel, landscape and decorate your mountain home. Discover the vast array of recreational opportunities in the Tahoe area.  Learn about health care, nutrition, fitness, mental health, sustainable agriculture, and more.  More Info...

May 24-25 - (Sat-Sun) - Made In Tahoe Festival - returns to Palisades Tahoe, Memorial Day weekend, bringing two days of festivities that showcase local businesses, artisans, product designers, non-profit organizations and performers all hailing from the Tahoe region.  More Info...

May 25 - (Sun) - Jarekus Singleton - at the Crystal Bay Casino - Mississippi’s award-winning guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, is one of the brightest, most exciting young stars on the blues scene today. His cutting-edge, streetwise music – melding contemporary and traditional blues with rock energy and hip-hop wordplay – turns audiences of all ages into devoted fans.  More Info...

 That's it for the Tahoe/Reno Top Picks for May 14 - May 27, 2014.

Get ready, get set...summer time is on the way!

- The Tahoe TV/Tahoetopia.com Team.

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