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

Blue-bird skies and snow-covered mountains have got people excited in the North Tahoe/Reno area!  It's time to gear up and get ready.  We have the announced opening of several local ski resorts for November, great choices for live music, holiday festivities, and wonderful seasonal foods and libations.

Here's a look at some "Top Picks" for the rest of of November...

Nov 14, Thu: Passport to Dining -  The North Tahoe Event Center hosts 35 local restaurants, breweries, caterers, wineries, and distillers, as they wow an appreciative crowd with their culinary specialties, as well as fabulous wines, beers, and more.  Enjoy great live music, an auction, and win raffle items.  More Info

Nov 15, Fri-Sun: ArenOcross - Once again, fans will be thrilled as riders face the challenges of jumps and traditional long section of whoops at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center.  Professional racing Friday and Saturday for a $10,000 purse!  Amateur racing on Sunday.  More Info

Nov 15-17, Fri-Sun: UNR Ski Swap - HUGE!  Don't miss this giant swap of everything ski & board you'll ever need...and at great prices...save some money!  Held at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno NV.  More Info

Nov 16, Sat: Melvin Seals & JGB w/Orgone - Melvin is most revered for his powerful, high-spirited, Hammond B-3 organ, and keyboards in the Jerry Garcia Band for 18 years.  From blues to funk to rock to jazz, Melvin will serve it up in a tasty mix at the Crystal Bay Club.  More Info

Nov 22, Fri: Opening Day for Winter Season 2013/14 - for skiing and riding, conditions and weather permitting, at Mt Rose, Northstar, Heavenly, and Kirkwood.  Check their websites for details.

Nov 22, Fri: An Elegant Affair - One of North Tahoe's favorite fall food & wine benefit events, this one calls for you to break out the fancy threads and stroll through the Boatworks Mall, tasting delectable treats from numerous North Tahoe restaurants, as well as wine and beer. All this fun benefits the middle and high school sports programs. More info...

Nov 24, Sun: Into The Mind: A Film by Sherpas Cinema - presented at Homewood, this premier will be among fire pits and pine trees, and heaters and blankets will be available.  A grand raffle prize of Black Diamond skis available to win, and there will be food and drinks available.  More Info

Nov 27, Wed: Opening Day for Palisades Tahoe - for skiing and riding, conditions and weather permitting.  More Info

Nov 28, Thu: Thanksgiving Celebrations - Incredible holiday feasts await you at High Camp at Palisades Tahoe, Ritz-Carlton at Northstar, and Jake's on the Lake - Tahoe City

Nov 29, Fri: New Riders of the Purple Sage - Since 1969 this legendary American Country Rock Band from San Francisco and the psychedelic rock scene, has been inspiring and creating joy for all.  Don't miss this special show at the Crystal Bay Club.  More Info

Nov 30, Sat: Tahoe City Holiday Hop - Get ready to kick off the holidays season in style.  Stroll through our local stores and begin your holiday shopping while enjoying wine, snacks and festive surroundings. Be sure to pick up your shop local card at the same time.  More Info

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

Time to grab the gear out of storage, do the "snow dance," and make your plans to be part of the upcoming winter season!  

- The Tahoe TV/Tahoetopia.com Team.

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