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Supervisors vote to keep libraries public
At their Board meeting today, the Nevada County Supervisors voted 5-0 against contracting with LSSI, a for-profit company based in Maryland, to manage Nevada County's public libraries. In response to a huge outcry from county residents, the Supervisors voted to implement Option A, a management proposal put together by the Friends of the Truckee Library with the help of library and county staff, which keeps libraries under county control and maintains staff and services.
2010 Census jobs available
Are you interested in temporary, part-time work that offers good pay, flexible hours and is close to home? The U.S. Census Bureau has begun testing for 2010 census jobs. Call toll-free (866) 861-2010 for testing locations and application requirements. Tests have been scheduled at numerous local locations.
Tahoe Truckee Flyfishers meet
In 1984, a local group of avid flyfishermen dedicated to the enjoyment, preservation, fellowship and learning about the sport founded the Tahoe Truckee Flyfishers (TTFF). Since its inception, the club has drawn a diverse, skilled and active membership — including some of the preeminent individuals involved in promoting and developing the sport. The club meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Squaw Valley Public Service Building (adjacent to the Fire Department) at 6:30 p.m. with guest speakers, fellowship, fly tying and a raffle for fishing gear. For further information, including membership and meetings, visit TTFF.net.
Lahontan Community Foundation grants available
Have a great program or project that needs funding? Consider applying to the Lahontan Community Foundation. There are four primary areas of interest: Arts, culture and public benefit; education and youth development; environment, recreation and animal welfare and health and human services. Projects that serve the Tahoe Truckee area, including Incline Village, are eligible for funding. Grants are typically in the range of $5,000 to $8,000. Call Phebe at 587-1776 for questions about possible projects or the application process. Applications are available at the Truckee Tahoe Community Foundation office, 11071 Donner Pass Road, or visit www.ttcf.net.
California Democratic Club
Tahoe Truckee California Democratic Club to hold potluck and meeting, Sierra Village Apartment Clubhouse, 10081 Jeffrey Pine Road, Truckee, Feb. 25, 6 p.m. The evening's program will show the documentary “American Casino,” a compelling story of how the sub-prime mortgage crisis has affected the lives of individual Americans and neighborhoods. It focuses on a few personal stories, but it also tells a larger story. Contact democraticclub@sbcglobal.net, John Foster 546-7660. The potluck supper will begin at 6 p.m. The evening program will begin at 6:30 p.m.
‘Speaking in Tongues'
Free presentation of the award winning documentary, “Speaking in Tongues” about four students in dual immersion language programs in the San Francisco Unified School District. The film is followed by questions and answers about the Kings Beach Elementary TWI Language Immersion Program. Thursday, Feb. 25, from 5-8 p.m., Kings Beach Elementary School, 8125 Steelhead Ave., Kings Beach.
Northstar-at-Tahoe's Intro to Biathlon
Learn the winter sport of biathlon – cross-country skiing or snowshoeing and target shooting! The Intro to Biathlon clinic is limited to the first 15 people and will include range safety, dry fire practice and field instruction. Cost to participate is $60 per person. Intro to Biathlon clinics will be offered Friday, Feb. 26. Call 562-3270 or visit www.northstarattahoe.com.
Early registration extended for Joe King Poker Tournament
If you play your cards right, you could be the next mayor of Kings Beach and have your pick from thousands of dollars in prizes. Register before Feb. 26, that honor and a grand prize could be yours for $75.The North Tahoe Business Association's Joe King Poker Tournament, 7 p.m., Friday, March 12, at the Tahoe Biltmore's Breeze Bar in Crystal Bay, is part of 2010 SnowFest! After Feb. 26, registration is $100. Call 546-9000 or e-mail info@northtahoebusiness.org for details or to pay by credit card. Visit the Special Events page at www.northtahoebusiness.org.
Purim Festival in Tahoe Vista
Please join North Tahoe Hebrew Congregation at the upcoming Purim Festival, Sunday, Feb. 28, at the Temple, North Tahoe Hebrew Congregation, 7000 Latone Blvd., Tahoe Vista. This includes a Family Friendly Purim Service (including two plays from the Religious School), dinner with bagels and all the fixings, Hamantaschen, drinks and other goodies. Additionally, there will be a carnival with games and prizes.Costumes are encouraged: Prizes for best queen, best king, best Haman/villain and best Mordecai/hero. Services will be held at 4 p.m., with carnival and dinner from 5-7 p.m. Suggested donation for dinner and Carnival is $5 per person or $20 per family. All are welcome! The favor of a reservation is encouraged to Pam, pdickermn@yahoo.com or (650) 352-5216.
