Welcome to the Tahoe TV/Tahoetopia Reno-Tahoe Monthly "Top Picks" Planner for May 2013.

It's fun in the sun around Lake Tahoe, as spring turns to summer and the Lake is open for business. Here's a look at some "Top Picks" for the month of May...

May 1: Wet Woody Wednesdays (Weekly) - Gar Woods' well-loved weekly lakefront gathering is back every Wednesday, all summer long!  Come enjoy one of the most delicious libations on the Lake (the Wet Woody), while taking in the awe-inspiring views and sunsets of Lake Tahoe from Garwood's decks in Carnelian Bay.  More Information

May 3: LIVE MUSIC - New Monsoon - come out with everybody and listen to this San Francisco rock quintet in their 2nd decade of National Touring, as they please you with their acoustic & electric instrumentation.  Lots of original music and it's going to make you want to dance!  More Information

May 4/5: Reno Cinco De Mayo Festival - Want a chance to celebrate Latino Heritage in the most fun way possible?  Bring the whole family down to Reno for this truly authentic Festival!  The Biggest Latino Heritage Festival in Northern Nevada with two full days of entertainment and food and drinks for all ages! More Information

May 5: Cinco De Mayo Party - Blue Agave, Tahoe City. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Tahoe City's central spot for mexican cuisine and entertainment. Drink specials, contests, and live music with The Beer Gardeners. More Information.

May 11/12: Reno River Festival - Be amazed by these world-class white-water paddlers, as they thrill you with their sport!  Fantastic live music, food, and libations in the heart of downtown Reno will make this 10th anniversary fun for everyone!  Bring the whole family and your friends to this one!  More Information

May 17: LIVE MUSIC - Afrolicious & Eddie Robert's West Coast Sound - Crystal Bay Casino - A 10-piece San Francisco groove collective, Afrolicious will funk it on down and squeeze every inch of soul out of your bodies!  If you like the Funk, Disco, Afro-beat, etc...then this band is for you!  More Information

May 23: Tahoe City Weekly Farmer's Market Begins - You know it's getting nice out when the Foothill Farmer's fresh produce is available again on the beautiful shores of Lake Tahoe!  Every Thursday through the end of summer, there can't be a more gorgeous place on Earth to shop for your veggies and fruit!  More Information

May 24: Sunnyside Deck Opening Party - come on out and get your tan on with all the happy people on the West Shore!  Celebrating the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe with this annual Deck Opening Party is a great way to start your season.  Great food, drinks, and people!  More Information

May 25-28: Opening Day/Weekend at the Lake -  The West Shore Association presents this great event to celebrate the start of Lake Tahoe's boating season and summertime fun. Come up to the Lake and out on or near the water and enjoy all Tahoe has to offer. Get stamps on your "passport" at participating businesses and you can enter for great prizes!  More Information

May 31: LIVE MUSIC - Wailing Souls - This legendary group of Rastas bestows their island magic on Lake Tahoe.  Four decades of entertaining, three grammy nominations later, the Wailing Souls are part of a very small group of surviving roots originators still active today.  If you love the Island sound old school...this is for you!   More Information

May 31: Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Relay Run Adventure - The course is like no other, given the combination of natural scenery, world class attractions and historical points of interest.  It is a physical and mental challenge for all runners, yet at the same time it's a fair course.  Come out and play or support the runners from many beautiful vantage points along the way!  More Information

That's the Tahoetopia.com Top Picks for May, 2013. For more events, details and a look ahead at all the summertime events, view our complete event calendar.

"MAY means PLAY" in the Lake Tahoe/Reno area, so come out and be a part of this amazing playground!

- The Tahoe TV/Tahoetopia.com Team.

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