Hi there boaters and floaters!  Welcome to the Tahoe TV/Tahoetopia Reno-Tahoe Weekly Planner for July 15-21, 2013.

Gorgeous warm sunny weather (80's all week) is forecast for North Tahoe and the surrounding area, so now is the time to finally jump into beautiful Lake Tahoe, Donner Lake, or the Truckee River for a refreshing swim!  Speaking of jumping in...

Here's a look at some top picks for the days ahead...

Tuesday, July 16

Palisades Tahoe Bluesdays - This week's free blues concert at the  Village at Squaw Valley  is a must-attend music event for the region featuring David Jacobs Strain & The Crunk Mountain Boys  

Northstar Retro Skate Night -  Lace up your skates and get your groove on in the Village at Northstar.  Enjoy your favorite music from the 70's and 80's.  The DJ will be hosting skating games throughout the evening and the winners will receive prizes.    More Info...

Shakespeare Festival - First night of the season!!  The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival presents Shakespeare’s comic masterpiece A Midsummer Night's Dream on the scenic shores of Lake Tahoe.   Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival Info...

Wednesday, July 17:

Movies on the Beach - Tahoe City Lakeside Movie Series presents Rise of the Guardians (PG, 97min) at the Commons Beach for the whole family.  Come and enjoy the beautiful Lake Tahoe night with this classic movie.   More Info and Movie Schedule...

Wet Woody Wednesday -  Wet Woodys...all day, all night, all Summer!  Million-dollar views from Garwood's beautiful nautically-set restaurant and decks. 

Comedy Night - Come see Alex Raymondo, one of the big stars of "The Latin Kings of Comedy" with Justin Time.  See them at the Crystal Bay Casino.

Truckee Free Concerts -  Folks will be gettin funky at the Truckee Regional Park with Downbeat, who offers booty shakin funk n soul...that's right! Tahoe Donner Recreation and Park District

Thursday, July 18:

Downtown Truckee Thursdays - Community Street Fair in Historic Downtown Truckee complete with Farmers Market, Arts and Crafts Vendors, Live Music, Entertainment, Family /Kids area, Beer Garden and Shopping Specials throughout Downtown.  Live Music with Easy Leaves

Thirsty Thursdays - You know it's summertime, when Chamber's Landing joins the party!  The only boathouse bar on Lake Tahoe and creator of the famous "Chamber's Punch"....mmm....so tasty good.  Pull the boat up skipper!  More Info...

Wanderlust Yoga & Music Festival - Wanderlust starts today at Squaw Valley is a one-of-a-kind festival bringing together the world's leading yoga teachers, top musical acts and DJs, renowned speakers, top chefs and winemakers, and much, much more - all in a setting of breathtaking natural beauty.    Wanderlust Festival Info...

Tahoe City Farmer's Market - Celebrate summer and our local and regional farmers, growers, producers and artisans at the annual summer Farmer's Market, presented by the Foothill Farmer's Market. Open each Thursday 8am-1pm. More Info...

Friday, July 19:

Music on the Beach -  King's Beach State Recreation Area is where you can kick off your weekend by listening and dancing to free, live music on the best and biggest beach in North Lake Tahoe!  This Friday's live music is Tracorum.    Band Schedules & More Info...

ARTour 2013 - Celebrating its 20th year in 2013, ARTour is an annual Open Studio event of North Tahoe Arts showcasing the finished works of local artists and inviting visitors to meet the artist, witness the process, and see where ART is created.    ARTour 2013 Schedule

The Soft White Sixties - come to the Crystal Bay Casino to see this band blend working-class Soul, classic R & B, and Rock & Roll, but with contemporary sensibility.  They are fun to see live!   More Info...   

Harry & The Hitman - and the Hits just keep on comin!  More great live music at Bar of America in a super fun atmosphere of locals and visitors.  Come join everyone and raise a glass!  Bar of America Live Music Schedule

THIS WEEKEND:

Wanderlust Yoga & Music Festival - Wanderlust at Squaw Valley is a one-of-a-kind festival bringing together the world's leading yoga teachers, top musical acts and DJs, renowned speakers, top chefs and winemakers, and much, much more - all in a setting of breathtaking natural beauty.  Wanderlust Festival Info...

Shakespeare Festival -  The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival presents Shakespeare’s comic masterpiece A Midsummer Night's Dream on the scenic shores of Lake Tahoe.   Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival Info...

ARTour 2013 - Celebrating its 20th year in 2013, ARTour is an annual Open Studio event of North Tahoe Arts showcasing the finished works of local artists and inviting visitors to meet the artist, witness the process, and see where ART is created.    ARTour 2013 Schedule

Yoga, Music, and Art Festivals not your thing this week? Then get to the Tahoe Trail 100K MTB Race featuring excellent Lake Tahoe Trails. Start/Finish at Northstar, and is a Leadville Qualifier.  Or you could go on a river rafting adventure down the Truckee River  Truckee River Rafting...  Right now the Truckee River is flowing beautifully, running full, and is sparking clean...doesn't get any better than this floaters!  Do it while you can!

ON THE MUSIC FRONT...

We encourage all of you to get your dance hats on and help us "Keep Tahoe Funky!"  Friends...it doesn't get any funkier than Robert Randolph & The Family Band...check it out!

Robert Randolph & The Family Band -  Since 2001 he has been layin down the Funk, Soul, Gospel, and "Sacred Steele" to audiences nationwide! Rolling Stone Magazine calls him one of the Top 100 Guitarists of all time!  This show will sell out....get tickets NOW!!!  Crystal Bay Club Show Info...

Live Music Northstar-at-Tahoe - Enjoy live music in the Village at Northstar this summer.  Live music will take place every Saturday and Sunday from June 15 - August 25, 2013. This saturday afternoon's show is with Ann Marie & Tim Snider, sweet acoustic guitar and singing. Band Schedules...

Concerts at Commons Beach -  today's free live band is The Monophonics, who will be the perfect compliment to the end of another great weekend, as we celebrate our lively Tahoe spirit!    Concert Schedules & More Info...

Get your dose of sunshine, a little splish-splash, and more...it's all out there waiting for you!  So be safe around the water and have a great time!

-your Tahoetopia Team.

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