Your Tahoe Weekend: I-Did-A-Run dog race, Keb’ Mo’ and more
kroedel@sierrasun.com
TAHOE-TRUCKEE, Calif. — Below are the Sierra Sun’s picks for the Top 10 events to check out this snowy weekend at Truckee and Lake Tahoe.
Have an event you want considered for a future Tahoe Ten calendar? Email reporter Kaleb M. Roedel at kroedel@sierrasun.com.
1. Nosferatu silent film at The Haus
Get the unique experience to view a showing of Nosferatu, regarded as the world’s first vampire movie and one of the most revered films in the history of cinema, at the Haus on Friday in Tahoe City.
When: 7 p.m. Friday, March 11
Where: The Haus, Tahoe City
Cost: $15
Online: tahoearthauscinema.com
2. 12th annual I-Did-A-Run event at Tahoe Donner
Dogs of all shapes and sizes will compete in this entertaining, timed dog pull race at the Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. The event pits dog against dog in a race against the clock, pulling sleds over a snow-covered course.
When: 1 p.m. Sunday, March 13
Where: Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Cost: $20 per dog
Online: tahoedonner.com/12th-annual-i-did-a-run
3. Snowshoe Through History at Sugar Pine State Park
Tag along for an easy and fun 90-minute walk along Lake Tahoe’s magical west shore. Discover what attracted Tahoe’s earliest settlers and uncover secrets of the Hellman-Ehrman Estate in Sugar Pine Point State Park.
When: 11 a.m. Saturday, March 12
Where: Sugar Pine Point State Park, Day Use area
Cost: $5 parking
Online: parks.ca.gov
4. ‘Play’ reception at TDRPD Community Center
Everyone is invited to the opening reception for the art exhibit “Play” on Friday at the TDRPD Community Center. The newest exhibit at the Truckee center celebrates sport and recreation of all kinds. The event includes live music, refreshments, and playful art.
When: 5-7 p.m. Friday, March 11
Where: TDRPD Community Center, Truckee
Cost: Free
Online: tdrpd.com
5. Tahoe Sports Hub event to raise money for SAC
Tahoe Sports Hub in Truckee is hosting a free event to thank customers for their loyalty and raise awareness for Sierra Avalanche Center. Refreshments and entertainment will be provided for this free community event, as well as a raffle, and the entire store will be on sale with discounts up to 70%, with some proceeds going to the nonprofit SAC.
When: 3-7 p.m. Saturday, March 12
Where: Tahoe Sports Hub, Truckee
Cost: Free
Online: tahoesportshub.com
6. 80’s dance party at Crystal Bay Casino
In an event benefiting Incline Middle School Outdoor Education, a Totally 80’s Dance Party and Lip-Sync Competition will take place Friday night at the Crystal Bay Casino. Prizes will be awarded to the best retro costume and best lip-synching.
When: 8 p.m. Friday, March 11
Where: Crystal Bay Casino
Cost: $25 advance; $30 day of show
Online: crystalbaycasino.com
7. The Socks at Cottonwood
The Socks, a guitar and percussion duo from Reno specializing in unplugged versions of great alternative rock hits, will perform at the Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar on Friday.
When: 7 p.m. Friday, March 11
Where: Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, Truckee
Cost: Free
Online: cottonwoodrestaurant.com
8. Green Today at Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe
Green Today, a tribute band to iconic alternative rock band Green Day, will bring Green Day’s countless hits — from “Basket Case” to “American Idiot” — to the South Shore for a free performance Saturday night.
When: 9 p.m. Saturday, March 12
Where: Hard Rock Casino Lake Tahoe, Stateline
Cost: Free
Online: hardrockcasinolaketahoe.com
9. ‘The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940’
Mystery, chaos, and laughter will abound as the Theatre Arts Department at Lake Tahoe Community College presents the wildly funny send-up of the Hollywood murder mystery, “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940,” which opens Friday.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, March 11-12; 2 p.m. Sunday, March 13
Where: LTCC’s Duke Theatre, South Lake Tahoe
Cost: $10 general admission; $5 seniors, groups of eight or more, and students with a valid student ID.
Online: ltcc.edu/theatrearts
10. Keb’ Mo’ at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe
Singer-songwriter Keb’ Mo’, a three-time Grammy Award-winning blues musician, will bring his post-modern blues style to the South Shore on Saturday night.
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 12
Where: Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, Stateline
Cost: $43.11 plus fees
Online: ticketmaster.com
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