Hi there rock-hounds and water-babies!  Welcome to the Tahoe TV/Tahoetopia Reno-Tahoe Weekly Planner for July 8-14, 2013.

North Lake Tahoe and the surrounding area provides a spectacular "main-stage" this week for lots of great live music, art festivals, sporty activities, and relaxing times.

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

Tuesday, July 9:

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 Palisades Tahoe is a must-attend music event for the region featuring one of today's top blues harp player, Mark Hummel, and his band, the Blues Survivors.  More Info...

J Boog & Katch-a-Fire - Get that tropical feel Tuesday night with J Boog & Katchafire w/ Aaradhna & Siaosi as Crystal Bay Club presents their "Island Reggae Showcase" 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 10:

Movies on the Beach - Tahoe City Lakeside Movie Series presents Sandlot (PG, 101min) 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...

Reno 500 & Dirt Live Off-Road Expo -  High Desert Racing Association's (HDRA) Eldorado Reno 500 is the ONLY large motorsports event in the country that offers spectators the ability to participate in pre-run activities on the actual race course.  If you got it, bring it!  More Info...

Thursday, July 11:

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.  Local Jeff Jones and the Bank will be playing their hearts out for you, so don't miss them!   More Info...

Hackensaw Boys - originally from Charlottesville, Virginia, these seven band members will play their banjo, guitar, mandolin, fiddle, harmonica, upright bass, and a thing called the charismo...you'll have to go to the Crystal Bay Club to find out what that is.  They play a little old, a little new, some country and some good-ole rock and roll too!   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 12:

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 all about Sneaky Creatures.    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:

Art, Wine, & Music Festival - The base Village at Palisades Tahoe will burst with color, taste, and sound as fine artists, crafts makers, performers and musicians come to participate in this fun, two-day annual event. The Art, Wine & Music Festival features two performance stages, restaurants and shops, and walkways lined with fine art booths and exhibits.  Incredible live music lineup including Joe Craven, Milton Merlos, New World Jazz Project, and many more talented musicians.   Festival Info...

Tough Mudder - Tough Mudder is a 10-12 mile obstacle course designed by British Special Forces to test all around strength, stamina, mental grit, and camaraderie. With the most innovative courses, 700,000 inspiring participants, and more than $5 million dollars raised for the Wounded Warrior Project, it's easy to see why great people are involved in this rugged event.  Come support this worthy cause at Northstar California.  Event Info...

Triple-A All-Star Game - Enjoy five days of America's favorite pastime at its finest! Baseball’s future stars converge in Reno to bring fans an ultimate show of talent at the 2013 Triple-A All-Star Game.  The festivies are hosted by the Reno Aces, who just happen to be the2012 Triple-A National Champions!   More Info...

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!  The view is beyond spectacular!  The California Honeydrops will make you smile...and dance!  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. This afternoon's show is with The Northstar Session, and no they're not related, he he. Band Schedules...

ON THE MUSIC FRONT...

We've got lots of choices for music this time of year and most of it's free for you to attend!   There are weekly music series, concerts on the beaches, Crystal Bay Club live shows, and more.  However, if you like to take your live music in with an inspiring culinary dish or a unique cocktail, why don't you try one of these landmark Tahoe restaurants...  In Truckee go eat, drink, and get your boogie on at Moody's Bistro Moody's Bistro Live Music... featuring George Souza or Bar of America Bar of America Live Music... where Lucky Dog is playing right next door!  If you're near Lake Tahoe, go to Garwoods Garwood's Live Music... in Carnelian Bay and see Steve & Tom...or have your fun, food, and libations at Jakes-on-the-Lake Jake's Live Music... while listening to Ike Marr & Martin Shears.  

We've got our hands, hearts, and minds full of the Tahoe spirit this week, so let's go out and make some memories!

-your Tahoetopia Team.

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