Heading to Tahoe this Winter, check out these events happening in and around the North Lake Tahoe area.
For full list go to:
http://moonshineink.com/arts-culture/calendar-winter-events-2018-19
DECEMBER
Dec. 13 & 20
SPORTS | Silent Skate Nights
Grab your favorite scarf and a pair of skates and head over to the Northstar Village for Silent Nights. Set your headphone channel to the movie being shown at the village stage or tune in to holiday jams as you skate under the night sky. Info: 5 to 6:45 p.m.; northstarcalifornia.com
Through Dec. 23
COMMUNITY | Boy Scout Christmas Tree Lot
Buy a locally cut Christmas tree that supports sustainability, core values, and your community. Troop 267 harvested these trees themselves according to a sustainability program managed by the Truckee Donner Land Trust to ensure overall forest health. Stop by their lot to pick up a tree for the holidays. Info: 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Mountain Hardware and Sports, Truckee
Dec. 14 to 16
ARTS & CULTURE | The Twisted Nutcracker and the Tale of the Rat King
Truckee Dance Factory is celebrating the season at Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows with a twist on the timeless tradition of the Nutcracker! A spectacular choreography of upbeat and passionate performances will thrill and amaze audiences in the lavishly decorated Merry Wonderland. Hors d’oeuvres and bar service available. Preshow reception starts at 6 p.m. and show at 7 p.m. Info: $25 adult ticket for performance only or $40 adult ticket performance plus preshow reception, $15 child ticket (5-17 years) for performance only or $30 child ticket for performance plus preshow reception, free for children 4 and under; squawalpine.com
Saturday, Dec. 15
FAMILY | Community Tree Lighting and Holiday Festival
Incline Village gets festive with caroling, music, Santa, and other fun holiday activities for the whole family. The community will have an opportunity to cast a vote for the business with the best storefront decorations, and winners will be announced at the festival. Info: free, 5 to 7 p.m., The Chateau at Incline Village, yourtahoeplace.com
Monday, Dec. 17
MUSIC | Bluegrass Open Jam Session
Calling all bluegrass enthusiasts. Come jam with Sean McAlindin at the Alibi Ale Works Truckee Public House. All skills and levels welcome. Info: free, first and third Monday of each month, 6 to 9 p.m., Truckee, alibialeworks.com