FEBRUARY

5
Skiing for Schools
Royal Gorge. $15. Trail passes valid any one day. Purchase tickets the week prior at Paco's in Truckee or Alpenglow in Tahoe City. www.exined.org or 530-550-7984
2
Food and Resource Support Center
10111 E. St., Truckee. 12 pm. Free. All are welcome for a hot meal, showers and support services. Sponsored by Project MANA and Assumption Catholic Church. 530-582-4079
2
Acoustic Thursdays
Cottonwood. 7 pm. Happy Hour all night long in the Bar and Fireplace Room. www.cottonwoodrestaurant.com or 530-587-5711
2
Vintage Squaw
Squaw Valley USA. 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.Quality skiing and instruction combined with group camaraderie sets this clinic apart from others. You will benefit from expert instruction combined with a high level of social interaction. Clinics are led by instructors who are highly trained and understand the importance of warming up. www.squaw.com
2
USSA J3 GS Race
Squaw Valley USA. Junior Olympic Qualifier www.squaw.com or 530-583-6985
3
Multi-Media Jazz Concert
Cal Neva, Frank Sinatra Showroom. 7 pm. $15. Music inspired by elements of both the American jazz tradition and the indigenous music of each composers respective country of origin. Proceeds to benefit Arts for The Schools. www.artsfortheschools.org or 530-582-8278
3
Winemaker Tasting Event
Squaw Valley. 4 to 7 p.m. Uncorked at Squaw
4
Full Moon Snowshoe Hikes
Saturday Feb. 4th. Sugar Pine Point State Park. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. $20 for adults and $5 for children under 12. The cost includes event parking and snowshoe rentals if needed. www.parks.ca.gov or 530-525-7232
4-5
Rahlves' Banzai Tour
Alpine Meadows. Open to all ski, snowboard, men and women for $125 or $100 if you've got the resort season pass. Battle it out in four competitor heats down a wide open course set over natural terrain in off piste conditions at four of Tahoe's premier resorts.
5
Pizza and Jazz
Best Pies. 11 am to 2:30 pm. Truckee high school jazz band will be playing from the side-walk.
5
Enlightening Tea Tasting with Tahoe Teas
Stellas, Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Program 6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. $18 includes tea, scones and a showing of "All in this Tea". www.nicolecheslock.com or 530-548-5010
5
Skiing For Schools
$15 trail pass valid any one day from January 30- February 5th. Passes are available the week prior at Paco's in Truckee or Alpenglow in Tahoe City. www.exined.org or 530-550-7984
7
Turtleneck Tuesdays
Northstar-at-Tahoe. 6 to 9 pm. Skates $5. Outdoor fire pits, drinks and smores from the cabana bars. www.northstarattahoe.com or 530-562-1010
7
Full Moon Snowshoe Adventure
4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. $65 Includes snowshoes,poles,hot drinks, trail snacks, professional guides, and permit fees. You will trek on our easy to use snowshoes by moonlight. www.TahoeAdventureCompany.com or 530-913-9212
8-10
Women of Winter 3 Day
Squaw Valley USA. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.For Women who LOVE TO SKI! Take your skiing to the next level, fine tune your skills and ski Squaw's legendary terrain like you own it. Designed for strong intermediate to expert abilities, these programs provide a fun and supportive environment to develop new skills, build confidence and, of course, laugh a lot with good friends. www.squaw.com
9
Food and Resource Support Center
10111 E. St., Truckee. 12 pm. Free. All are welcome for a hot meal, showers and support services. Sponsored by Project MANA and Assumption Catholic Church. 530-582-4079
9
Tea Time at Cedar House Sport Hotel
Stella. 5:30 to 8 pm. $18 Includes tasting the savory herbal blends and certified organic teas by locally owned and run Tahoe Teas. www.nicolecheslock.com or 530-548-5010
9
Acoustic Thursdays
Cottonwood. 7 pm. Happy Hour all night long in the Bar and Fireplace Room. www.cottonwoodrestaurant.com or 530-587-5711
9
Vintage Squaw
Squaw Valley USA. 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.Quality skiing and instruction combined with group camaraderie sets this clinic apart from others. You will benefit from expert instruction combined with a high level of social interaction. Clinics are led by instructors who are highly trained and understand the importance of warming up. www.squaw.com
11-12
Rahlves' Banzai Tour
Kirkwood. Open to all ski, snowboard, men and women for $125 or $100 if you've got the resort season pass. Battle it out in four competitor heats down a wide open course set over natural terrain in off piste conditions at four of Tahoe's premier resorts.
11-14
St. Valentine's Day Celebration
Squaw Valley USA. 9 to 9. Love is in the air at Squaw Valley this Valentine's Day. Grab your sweetheart or meet a new beau throughout the loveliest weekend in February. Take part in one of the many activities hosted by Squaw Valley. Meet singles on KT, find the hidden heart bag all around the mountain, and decorate cookies. www.squaw.com
12
Pizza and Jazz
Best Pies. 11 am to 2:30 pm. Truckee high school jazz band will be playing from the side-walk.
14
Turtleneck Tuesdays
Northstar-at-Tahoe. 6 to 9 pm. Skates $5. Outdoor fire pits, drinks and smores from the cabana bars. www.northstarattahoe.com or 530-562-1010
14
Good Morning Truckee
Truckee Town Hall. 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. A community forum presented by the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce to provide timely, relevant information on a variety of topics and create a networking opportunity. Open to the public $10; Chamber members $8; includes continental breakfast. info@truckee.com or 530-587-2757
16
Food and Resource Support Center
10111 E. St., Truckee. 12 pm. Free. All are welcome for a hot meal, showers and support services. Sponsored by Project MANA and Assumption Catholic Church. 530-582-4079
16
Acoustic Thursdays
Cottonwood. 7 pm. Happy Hour all night long in the Bar and Fireplace Room. www.cottonwoodrestaurant.com or 530-587-5711
16
Vintage Squaw
Squaw Valley USA. 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.Quality skiing and instruction combined with group camaraderie sets this clinic apart from others. You will benefit from expert instruction combined with a high level of social interaction. Clinics are led by instructors who are highly trained and understand the importance of warming up. www.squaw.com
18
Black Tie & Tails Gala
Ritz-Carlton Highlands at Northstar. 6 to 11 pm, guests & canine companions. $150 Includes a hollywood-style red carpet, champagne reception, dining, live music, entertainment. Benefits Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe. www.hstt.org or 530-587-5948
18
Star Tour Snowshoe Adventure
"Taurus the Bull on High", 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. $75 per person includes a two hour guided sunset snowshoe followed by a brilliant 1.5 hour tour of the midnight sky with astrologer Tony Berendsen, hot drinks, trail snacks and discussions. www.TahoeAdventureCompany.com or 530-913-9212
18-25
Kid-O-Rama
Squaw Valley, USA. 9 a.m. Squaw Valley comes alive in February with a week long kids extravaganza. Big trucks, street parties, balloon animals, skating parties and kids� concerts are just a few of the festivities for kids and families taking place during Squaw Valley�s Kid-O-Rama. From activities sure to entertain Squaw Valley�s smallest visitors to the action-packed Squaw Sessions Teen Camp, Kid-O-Rama offers non-stop fun for kids of all ages. www.squaw.com or 530-452-7123
19
Pizza and Jazz
Best Pies. 11 am to 2:30 pm. Truckee high school jazz band will be playing from the side-walk.
21
Turtleneck Tuesdays
Northstar-at-Tahoe. 6 to 9 pm. Skates $5. Outdoor fire pits, drinks and smores from the cabana bars. www.northstarattahoe.com or 530-562-1010
23
Food and Resource Support Center
10111 E. St., Truckee. 12 pm. Free. All are welcome for a hot meal, showers and support services. Sponsored by Project MANA and Assumption Catholic Church. 530-582-4079
23
Acoustic Thursdays
Cottonwood. 7 pm. Happy Hour all night long in the Bar and Fireplace Room. www.cottonwoodrestaurant.com or 530-587-5711
24
Mardi Gras Party Community Arts Center. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 530-550-7600
25
Squaw Valley Prom
Squaw Valley USA. $100 per couple; $200 stag includes a 1980's themed ski party, music, food and dancing. Benefit for High Fives Foundation. Voted best party of the year! www.squawvalleyprom.com
25
Children's Glowstick Parade and Carnival
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. 5 pm. Children's version of the Torchlight Parade with glowsticks for children 10 or younger who can ski or ride unassisted in the dark on Snowbird run. DJ and snacks provided. www.tahoedonner.com or 530-587-9444
26
Pizza and Jazz
Best Pies. 11 am to 2:30 pm. Truckee high school jazz band will be playing from the side-walk.
27
Chutes & Hikes
Squaw Valley USA. 9 a.m.The Chutes and Hikes clinic helps the advanced and expert skier and rider get the most out of Squaw�s legendary expert terrain. Access and conquer the steep lines and drops Squaw is famous for. Find the best snow conditions and �secret� lines only the locals know. Using a high energy tactical approach, skiers and riders are encouraged to learn through self-discovery in a fast-paced environment. www.squaw.com
28
Turtleneck Tuesdays
Northstar-at-Tahoe. 6 to 9 pm. Skates $5. Outdoor fire pits, drinks and smores from the cabana bars. www.northstarattahoe.com or 530-562-1010

MARCH

1
Food and Resource Support Center
10111 E. St., Truckee. 12 pm. Free. All are welcome for a hot meal, showers and support services. Sponsored by Project MANA and Assumption Catholic Church. 530-582-4079
1
Vintage Squaw
Squaw Valley USA. 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Quality skiing and instruction combined with group camaraderie sets this clinic apart from others. You will benefit from expert instruction combined with a high level of social interaction. Clinics are led by instructors who are highly trained and understand the importance of warming up. www.squaw.com
1
SnowFest! Opening Night Ceremonies
Squaw Valley USA. Laser show, torchlight parade, fireworks display. Live music on the KT22 Sundeck. Presented by the Squaw Valley Business Association. www.tahoesnowfestival.com or 530-583-7167
2-11
SnowFest!
Various venues throughout the Northshore. Numerous winter carnival activities including: parades, parties, games, fireworks, live music and dancing, libations, food and ski & board races. www.tahoesnowfestival.com or 530-583-7167
3
Winter Beach Party
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. 12 pm. Live music, food and games. www.tahoedonner.com or 530-587-9444
3
Full Moon Snowshoe Hikes
Sugar Pine Point State Park. 7:00 p.m. $20 for adults $5 for children under 12. The cost includes event parking and snowshoe rentals if needed. www.parks.ca.gov or 530-525-7232
3
Celebrity Winterfest
Diamond Peak Ski Resort. 1210 Ski Way, Incline Village and other events at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe in Incline Village. 775-832-1177 3
3-4
Rahlves' Banzai Tour
Squaw Valley USA. Open to all ski, snowboard, men and women for $125 or $100 if you've got the resort season pass. Battle it out in four competitor heats down a wide open course set over natural terrain in off piste conditions at four of Tahoe's premier resorts.
4
Pizza and Jazz
Best Pies. 11 am to 2:30 pm. Truckee high school jazz band will be playing from the side-walk.
4
Extreme Food Challenge
Squaw Valley USA. Mamasake, Extreme Food Challenge. 4 to 6 p.m. Free. Contestants try food from around the world. www.thevillageatsquaw.com or 530-584-1000
6
Turtleneck Tuesdays
Northstar-at-Tahoe. 6 to 9 pm. Skates $5. Outdoor fire pits, drinks and s’mores from the cabana bars. www.northstarattahoe.com or 530-562-1010 6
6-9
Women of Winter 3 Day
Squaw Valley USA. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For Women who LOVE TO SKI! Take your skiing to the next level, fine tune your skills and ski Squaw's legendary terrain like you own it. Designed for strong intermediate to expert abilities, these programs provide a fun and supportive environment to develop new skills, build confidence and, of course, laugh a lot with good friends. www.squaw.com
7
SnowFest Bunco
North Tahoe Events Center. 6 to 9 p.m. $20 cash or check benefits Tahoe Forest Cancer Ward. 530-546-4543
7-8
Winter 2012 Wine Series
Squaw Valley USA. 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. - PlumpJack Cafe, Hall Wines. www.squaw.com 8
8
Food and Resource Support Center
10111 E. St., Truckee. 12 pm. Free. All are welcome for a hot meal, showers and support services. Sponsored by Project MANA and Assumption Catholic Church. 530-582-4079
8
Full Moon Snowshoe Adventure
$65 Per person includes snowshoes, poles, hot drinks, trail snacks, professional guides, natural history discussions and permit fees. You will trek on our easy to use snowshoes by moonlight. www.TahoeAdventureCompany.com or 530-913-9212
9-10
The Vagina Monologues
Truckee Community Arts Center. 7 pm. $25. Raise awareness and money locally for the need to end violence in relationships, families and our community. Sponsored by Tahoe SAFE Alliance. www.tahoesafealliance.org or 800-736-1060
10
Food For Thought
Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe, Kings Beach. 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy homemade tamales, with all proceeds going to benefiting ARC's outdoor programming for local high school youth. slgoring@berkely.edu
11
Pizza and Jazz
Best Pies. 11 am to 2:30 pm. Truckee high school jazz band will be playing from the side-walk.
13
Turtleneck Tuesdays
Northstar-at-Tahoe. 6 to 9 pm. Skates $5. Outdoor fire pits, drinks and s’mores from the cabana bars. www.northstarattahoe.com or 530-562-1010
13
Good Morning Truckee
Truckee Town Hall, 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. General admission $10, Members $8 townoftruckee.com 1
15
Food and Resource Support Center
10111 E. St., Truckee. 12 pm. Free. All are welcome for a hot meal, showers and support services. Sponsored by Project MANA and Assumption Catholic Church. 530-582-4079
15
Play Again
Stellas. Thursday, 6 to 8 p.m. $15 Includes satisfying snacks, premiere Truckee/ Tahoe showing of " Play Again", and Dr. Barbara Schneider speaks on the value of outdoor education and time in nature. Sponsored by the KidZone Museum and Sunshine Tahoe www.nicolecheslock.com
17
Butterbox Highest Ollie
Northstar-at-Tahoe. Highest Ollie contest in front of Butterbox in the Village. Anyone is welcome to enter for prizes. www.northstarattahoe.com or 530-562-1330
17
St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef & Cabbage Bash
Community Arts Center, Truckee. 5:30 p.m. $40 Includes dinner, a chance at $1000 door prize, one raffle ticket, music & fun. Tickets available at Stones Tires and the California Welcome Center. 530-563-6776 1
17
Snowshoe Through Histroy
Sugar Pine Point State Park. 11 a.m. Program is free and parking is $8. Come enjoy an easy hike and learn about Lake Tahoe's history. www.parks.ca.gov or 530-525-7232
17
St. Patrick's Day at Squaw
Squaw Valley USA. 9 a.m. Celebrate the holiday at Squaw Valley with all of your favorite Irish traditions! Ski the green ski slopes, dance to Irish music on the KT Base Bar, and enjoy festive drink specials; including GREEN beer! Catch Lenny the Leprechaun on the slopes with his pot of gold! Green Beer, Music & More! www.squaw.com
18
Pizza and Jazz
Best Pies. 11 am to 2:30 pm. Truckee high school jazz band will be playing from the side-walk.
20
Turtleneck Tuesdays
Northstar-at-Tahoe. 6 to 9 pm. Skates $5. Outdoor fire pits, drinks and s’mores from the cabana bars. www.northstarattahoe.com or 530-562-1010
22
Food and Resource Support Center
10111 E. St., Truckee. 12 pm. Free. All are welcome for a hot meal, showers and support services. Sponsored by Project MANA and Assumption Catholic Church. 530-582-4079
22
Winter 2012 Wine Series
Squaw Valley USA. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.- PlumpJack Cafe. CADE & PlumpJack Winery. www.squaw.com
23-24
Pain McShlonkey Classic
Squaw Valley , USA. On and off-mountain event. Costumes, music, drinks, snowlerblade Chinese downhill, celebrity judges. www.squaw.com or 530-583-6955
24
200-foot Banana Split Extravaganza
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. Come help construct and then devour the incredible 200-foot Banana Split. www.tahoedonner.com or 530-587-9444
24
Star Tour Snowshoe Adventure
4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. "Regulus and Mars; war in the sky", $75 includes a two hour guided sunset snowshoe followed by a brilliant 1.5 hour tour of the midnight sky with Tony Berendsen. Trip includes: snowshoes, poles, hot drinks, trail snacks and discussions. www.TahoeAdventureCompany.com
24-25
Spring Magic
Squaw Valley USA. The High Camp Swimming Lagoon & Spa opens for the season with an outrageous pool party. www.squaw.com or 530-583-6985
24-30
Skiing for Schools
Sugar Bowl Ski Resort. $35. Lift ticket to be purchased week prior at Porters Sports in Truckee and Tahoe City. Proceeds go to Excellence in Education Foundation. www.exined.org or 530-550-7984
25
Pizza and Jazz
Best Pies. 11 am to 2:30 pm. Truckee high school jazz band will be playing from the side-walk.
25
Tahoe Donner Family Challenge
The family challenge is a matched time GS race completed as a family team. The team component is a combined best difference from a child in the family to an adult in the family. The winning team gets bragging rights plus there names engraved on a trophy in the base lodge. All children who complete two runs receive a medal. Top finishers receive prizes. www.tahoedonner.com
29
Food and Resource Support Center
10111 E. St., Truckee. 12 pm. Free. All are welcome for a hot meal, showers and support services. Sponsored by Project MANA and Assumption Catholic Church. 530-582-4079
30
Take the Lake Jumpline Competition
Alpine Meadows Ski Resort. $100. Men Only. Freestyle ski/ snowboard competition. Enter to win $15,000, or season pass. www.skialpine.com or 530-583-4232
30
Diamano Coura - West African Folklore & Dance Company
Truckee High School Theater. 7 pm. $15. Portrays West African music and dance specifically as forms not simply for entertainment or exhibition, but rather, means by which communities educate, communicate, organize, and preserve their ancestral past. Proceeds to benefit Arts for the Schools. www.artsfortheschools.org or 530-582-8278
30
Fishtank Ensemble - Gypsy Mixed with Contemporary Music
Mark Twain Cultural Center, Incline Village. 7 pm. $15. Fishtank Ensemble are high energy cross pollination gypsy music bringing a unique blend of Flamenco, Balkan, Turkish and Tango influenced music to the world. Proceeds to benefit Arts for the Schools. www.artsfortheschools.org or 530-582-8278
30-31
Ability Challenge
8:00 am to 9:00 am registration is open, 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m. event begins, load onto the chairlift and let the fun begin! Stop in for lunch when you are hungry. 3:00 pm Awards ceremony begins until the finish at 4:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $0 to $200. www.abiltiychallenge.net
31
Peaks & Lagoons Spring Party Weekend
Squaw Valley USA, High Camp. DJ, pool party, skiing & riding. www.squaw.com or 530-583-6985
31
Cultural Festival
Patterson Hall, Sierra Nevada College Campus. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.sierranevada.edu or 775-831-1314

APRIL

1
Peaks & Lagoons Spring Party Weekend Squaw Valley USA, High Camp. DJ, pool party, skiing & riding. www.squaw.com or 530-583-6985
1
Take the Lake Jumpline Competition Alpine Meadows Ski Resort. $100. Men Only. Freestyle ski/ snowboard competition. Enter to win $15,000, or season pass. www.skialpine.com or 530-583-4232
6
Full Moon Snowshoes Adventure $65 Per person includes snowshoes, poles, hot drinks, trail snacks, professional guides, natural history discussions, and permit fees. You will trek by moonlight with professional, knowledgeable guides. www.TahoeAdventureCompany.com or 530-913-9212
7
Tahoe Rim Tour & Race North Tahoe High School to Northstar Cross Country. $45 Pre- registered adult, $10 junior, $60 Race dday registration. 26k race, lunch and awards after. Fundraiser for Far West Nordic Ski Education Association. www.farwestnordic.org or 530-852-0879
8
Easter Festivities Village-at-Northstar. Photos with Easter bunny, Easter egg hunt and Peeps diorama contest. www.northstarattahoe.com
8
Easter Bunny in the Village Squaw Valley USA. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Village Events Plaza. www.squaw.com
15
Downhill Dummy Contest and Rail Jam Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. Food and beverage specials, a bounce house, local ski & board shop exhibits, and our annual Boxing Match Rail Jam. Teams build unique dummies to send sliding down the hill and off our massive jump. www.skitahoedonner.com or 530-587-9444
15
Billy Dutton Uphill Squaw Valley USA, Funitel. 8 am. $ 20. Original "run what ya brung" uphill race. www.farwestnordic.org or 530-583-6985
15
Downhill Dummy Contest and Rail Jam Sunday. Enjoy food and beverage specials, bounce house, local ski and board shop exhibits, plus the popular Boxing Match Rail Jam and traditional Downhill Dummy Contest. This years theme is movie characters. Prizes will be awarded for best design, best air and best crash. www.tahoedonner.com or 530-587-9444
15-20
Skiing for Schools Squaw Valley USA. $35. Lift ticket to be purchased week prior at Porters Sports in Truckee and Tahoe City. Proceeds go to Excellence in Education Foundation. www.exined.org or 530-550-7984

As we learn of more events, this calendar will be updated.