Attention all friends and lovers of Tahoe!  Welcome to the Tahoe TV/Tahoetopia Reno-Tahoe Weekly Planner for July 22-28, 2013.

Looks like another fun-filled spectacular week shaping up in the North Lake Tahoe area with several unique festivals planned, tons of live music everywhere (as usual), some challenging sporting events, and lots of opportunities to be one with nature.

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

Tuesday, July 23:

Cock-Tail Tuesday - Wetting the lips of the brave!  Bar of America's Cock-Tail is a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any kind, stirred with a rooster's tail feather and, supposedly, an excellent electioneering potion!   More info...

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 award-winning (2013 Best Contemorary Blues Female Artist)  Janiva Magness.  One of the premiere blues and R & B singers in the world today!   More Info...

Reggae Ska Tuesdays - Get that Island feel Tuesday night with Chris Murray & The Slackers as Crystal Bay Club presents their "Reggae Ska Tuesdays" More Info...

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...

Wednesday, July 24:

Movies on the Beach - Tahoe City Lakeside Movie Series presents Wreck it Ralph (PG, 108min) 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...

Sunset Paddle Tour - Join in for a Sunset Kayak Tour every Wednesday all summer long. Relax and unwind aboard a paddleboard or kayak (your choice) while watching the sun set behind the Sierras.  Sugar Pine Point just south of Tahoma off hwy 89.  Schedule and More Info...

Wet Woody Wednesdays -  Come have the yummiest cocktail on the Lake at Gar Woods in Carnelian Bay.  Their restaurant and piers will provide the most spectacular view you can imagine!  Come check out all the cool old Woodys (classic wooden boats)!!   More Info...          

Truckee Free Concerts in the Park - Featuring 60's electric folk band MoonAlice, a truly seasoned group of musicians from bands like Phil & Friends, Bruce Hornsby, Hot Tuna, Jefferson Starship, and Jerry Garcia.  Concert & Band Schedules

Thursday, July 25:

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. More Info..Today features local favorite Jelly Bread !!                  

Tour de Nez-Vada - The Tour de Nez-Vada is on! With the backing of the Nevada Commission of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, the 20 year event known as the Tour de Nez will add Vada and become 4 days of cycling and celebration in North western Nevada for 2013. Tour de Nez-Vada Schedule & More Info...

Tahoe Trips & Trails - Thursday thru Sunday, join this adventurous hike in the spectacular Tahoe area while learning and/or refining skills to improve your photographic images with professional photography instruction.  Make your trip arrangements through Cedar House Sports Hotel in Truckee.  More Info...

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...

Friday, July 26:

Guitarfish Festival - The 3rd Annual Guitarfish Festival (July 26, 27, 28) celebrates amazing music, our precious water sources, friend and family oriented fun, and a conscience vibe that is growing in the pristine environment in and around Cisco Grove Campgrounds just west of Donner Summitt!  Pimps of Joytime, Lyrics Born, Orgone, Joe Craven, Afrolicious, Vinyl, and more!  Tucked in the trees, 2 stages, 27 bands.  Guitarfish Festival Website, Tics, Band and Festival Info...

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 music is Mojo Green .    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

Cowgirls & Cocktails -  Cowgirls are invited to gather at the Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center for an early evening trail ride followed by beer, wine, and appetizers on their deck.  Cowboys are welcome too!  Yee Haw!!  More Info...

THIS WEEKEND:

Palisades Tahoe Fine Art's and Craft's Festival -  Celebrate your summer strolling through the Village at Squaw Valley, where you can look and buy paintings, photographs, jewelery, ceramics, and other fine arts presented by some of California's finest professional artists.  Squaw Valley Fine Arts & Crafts Festival Info...

Donner Lake Sprint Triathlon - great event for families and beginner Triathletes.  There is also a kid's triathlon and an Olympic and a Half on Sunday!  Schedules and More Info...

Wine Walk - come join us at the Northstar Village for the Wine Walk Series on the final Saturday of each month. Enjoy a variety of wine and food sampling stations throughout the Village, and live music!  NorthstarWineWalkSeries

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival - presents Shakespeare’s comic masterpiece A Midsummer Night's Dream on the scenic shores of Lake Tahoe. Arrive early and enjoy a pre-show cocktail, mingle with family and friends in the newly renovated and expanded dining area, marvel at the awesome views of Lake Tahoe or simply bask in the afternoon sunshine.  Shakespeare Festival Schedules and Info...

 ON THE MUSIC FRONT...

Dwayne Dopsie & The Zydeco Hellraisers - This annual summer concert is back and funkier than ever!  TahoeDonner presents New Orleans group, Dwayne Dopsie and the ZydecoHellraisers  who will be performing along with local bands Buddy Emmer Blues Band and Jellybread at this year’s summer concert.  Event Info 

80s and 90s Tribute Band - Love Fool - Come on down to the Crystal Bay Casino to get your "Old School" on and dance for Free!  Schedule

Concerts at Commons Beach - Come see live music every Sunday FREE with your family and friends on the Commons Beach in Tahoe City all summer long.  Festive atmosphere, vendors, food & drink...bring a blanket!  Bay Area & big local favorite, Vinyl, will make you smile and dance all day/night!  Band Schedules & More 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. Saturday's show is Tim Snider & Milton Merlos, and Sunday's show is Natalie Gelman. 

 Take advantage of these wonderful opportunities to make lasting Tahoe memories, maybe challenge yourself, or just take it easy!

-Your Tahoetopia Team.

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