[Inside]Tracks - Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce

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May / June 2013
Supporting the business community of the greater Truckee area
Health Care Reform Seminar –
Part I
Presented by the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce and
the Tahoe Forest Health System
A central feature of the new Patient Pro-
rules and regulations impacting employers
is the government’s new health care ex-
effective January 1, 2014. For many busi-
change. With the open enrollment period
nesses, the big question of 2013 is whether
for health insurance exchanges less than
it’s more costly to play along with new
six months away, many businesses and
health care reform mandates or pay the
consumers are starting to ask questions
penalty taxes associated with eliminating
about their new health care options. The
employer-supported health benefits alto-
law gives businesses plenty to be con-
gether. If you have 50 or more employees,
fused about – everything from the avail-
one thing is certain – you may have to
able benefits options to the different no-
change the way you do things.
tices that must be distributed.
The Truckee Donner Chamber of Com-
analyze its impacts, and discuss strategies
est Health System in the development of a
for employers to consider in order to en-
three-part series over the next several
sure compliance. The presentation will
months to help consumers navigate these
demonstrate the implications employers
complex changes and understand what it
must take into account when establishing
means for your business, family and our
their employee benefits strategy for the
region.
future based on a variety of employee
ners Group highlight some of the key areas
Care Act.
this complex law. Attendance is recommended.
Did you know...
• As a large business owner, you must
Pam Hobday Joins the Truckee Donner
Chamber Board of Directors
• As a small business owner, you must
your employees or be subjected to a
penalty?
decide how to best deal with the
health care law and its impact on
Date:
Time:
Place:
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
8:30 to 10:30am
Ritz Carlton, Lake Tahoe
13031 Ritz-Carlton Highlands Ct.
RSVP: Attendance is FREE and open to everyone!
Visit www.TruckeeChamber.com to register or call
530-587-8808. RSVP’s encouraged to ensure
enough seating.
your business?
• That you could be eligible for a tax
credit for providing health care cov-
4th of July Parade Planning Underway
This seminar series is a MUST ATTEND
for everyone to begin to fully understand
Truckee Donner Chamber - Serving the
Needs of Business for Over 100 Years
Social Media Marketing Workshop Series
count models.
of the Patient Protection and Affordable
provide health insurance care for
Referrals Are Like Gold! Learn How to Grow
Your Business Through Referrals
We will explain how the “play or pay”
provision of the health care reform works,
merce has partnered with the Tahoe For-
Join us to hear Sara Friend of The Part-
[Inside]Tracks
The first seminar will focus on the new
tection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA)
erage to your employee?
• Changes have been made to the
health care reform law since it was
passed?
About Sara Friend
Before joining The Partners Group, Sarah worked
for 11 years with one of Oregon’s leading health
plans. Sarah has a wealth of healthcare experience. She has a strong reputation for her unique
ability to communicate complex messages effectively to a broad audience. The Partners Group is
one of the largest health, wealth and retirement
consulting firms in the region.
Our mission is to promote and
develop local business and tourism,
while improving the community's
quality of life.
2012-13 Board of Directors
Robb Etnyre, Chair
Tahoe Donner Association
Christy Curtis, Chair Elect
Coldwell Banker
Tonya Beyer, Past Chair
W&T Graphix
Jon Borden
Truckee Donner Lodge
Pam Hobday
Pamela Hurt Associates
Jude M. Koenig
Attorney at Law
Paul Kucharski
Tri Counties Bank
Larry Larson
Tahoe Forest Physical Therapy
Kelly Rodriquez
Northstar California™
Kevin Smith
Truckee Tahoe Airport District
Alyssa Thomas
Truckee Downtown Merchants Association
These businesses have recently made a commitment to our community and an
investment in their future by joining the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce.
We encourage all our readers to do business with these new member businesses.
Ann Poole Weddings
Burgess-Martin, Inc.
Simple and beautiful, whether casual or
elegant, Ann Poole Weddings provides all
the details. Ann issues a license onsite,
and if you have an intimate event no witnesses are needed. Choose your wedding’s locations such as panoramic views
of Lake Tahoe, historic Donner Lake, on
the beach and more.
Ann can provide a pre-planned ceremony or one that you design. She provides a complimentary decadent chocolate or traditional white lace wedding cake
for two, and accompanying champagne or
apple cider with decorated champagne
flutes. Your professional photos will be
captured and stored on a CD or on a secure website. She offers a bilingual ceremony, as well as vow renewals and commitment ceremonies. You can learn more
when you call Ann at 530-412-5436.
Burgess-Martin, Inc. is a full service snow
removal and painting company with over
15 years of experience, providing reliable,
consistent quality service. Owners Chris
Burgess and Dennis Martin offer seasonal
contracts for residents in Glenshire.
Burgess-Martin, Inc. uses top grade
proven products and applications to bring
a quality finished product at the most
competitive price. Services include: specializing in wood restoration, exterior
staining, exterior painting and interior
painting. Due to the mountain landscape
of the Tahoe/Truckee area, homes are
exposed to an extreme climate that can
lead to irreversible damage to siding and
exterior wood if not properly maintained.
See New Members, page 8
Chamber Staff
Lynn Saunders
President/CEO
Ruth Geresy
Executive Assistant
Manager, California Welcome Center
Patricia Barrett
Membership Manager
California Welcome Center
Concierge Staff
Marilyn Colquhoun
Carla Embertson
May
Ambassador Committee – Tuesday, May 7, 11:30am, Dragonfly
Mixer – Thursday, May 9, 5:30-7:30pm, Piping Rock Equestrian Center
Good Morning Truckee – Tuesday, May 14, 7:00-8:30am, Truckee Tahoe Airport
Tourism Committee – Wednesday, May 15, 9:00am, Truckee Tahoe Hotel (formerly Larkspur)
Connecting Your Way to New Business Workshop – Wednesday, May 15, 11:30am-1:00pm,
Truckee Tahoe Hotel (formerly Larkspur)
Cassandra Gonzalez
Board Meeting – Tuesday, May 21, 3:30 p.m., Truckee Tahoe Airport
Mixer – Thursday, May 23, 5:00-7:00pm, McCarthy Sign Company
Helyn North
Health Care Reform Seminar – Wednesday, May 29, 8:30-10:30am, Ritz Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Nancy Palmer
Karen Snyder
Truckee Tracks
is the bi-monthly publication of the Truckee
Donner Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber
reserves the right to edit submissions as
necessary for space requirements. Send
comments or submissions to
info@truckee.com.
Truckee Donner Chamber of
Commerce
10065 Donner Pass Road ● Truckee, CA 96161
530-587-8808 ● 530-587-2439 (fax)
info@truckee.com
truckeechamber.com ● truckee.com
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June
Ambassador Committee – Tuesday, June 4, 11:30am, Bar of America
BizTalk Blender® – Wednesday, June 5, 5:00-6:30pm, Truckee Tahoe Hotel (formerly
Larkspur)
Mixer – Monday, June 10, 5:00-7:00pm, Artisans Market Place
Good Morning Truckee – Tuesday, June 11, 7:00-8:30am, Truckee Tahoe Airport
Board Meeting – Tuesday, June 18, 3:30 p.m., Truckee Tahoe Airport
Marketing FUNdamentals – Wednesday, June 19, 7:30-9:00am, Location TBA
Mixer – Wednesday, June 19, 5:00-7:00pm, Village at Squaw (Squaw Village
Neighbourhood Co)
BoardMeetings
As a member of the Chamber of Commerce, you are encouraged to attend board meetings. Get
involved in the leadership of your organization, offer your input, and let your directors know of
your concerns, opinions, and ideas. Any business you wish to present to the board must be
placed on the agenda by notifying the President / CEO ten (10) days prior to the meeting.
Board meetings are held as noted in the Chamber Calendar. Agendas are available one week
prior to the meeting and can be sent to you upon request.
TruckeeChamber.com • Truckee.com
Thursday, May 9 [ 5:30 to 7:30 pm ]
Hosted by: Piping Rock Equestrian Center
Where: 12318 Union Mills Rd.
Thursday, May 23 [ 5 to 7 pm ]
Hosted by: McCarthy Sign Company
Where: 13406 Donner Pass Rd.
Monday, June 10 [ 5 to 7 pm ]
Hosted by: Artisans Market Place
Where: 10382 Donner Pass Rd., Ste. 1
Wednesday, June 19 [ 5 to 7:30 pm ]
Hosted by: Village at Squaw (Squaw Village Neighbourhood Co.)
Joint Mixer with the North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce
Where: Village at Squaw
Member [ Renewals ]
(Renewals from 3/1/2013 to 4/30/2013)
Thank you to the following members for renewing their commitment to the local economy and business community with
their investment in the Chamber.
10+Years
Dennis E. Zirbel Architect
Tahoe Truckee Brokers
CDM Smith, Inc
Donner Lake Marina &
Tri Counties Bank
Coldwell Banker - Janie Sharp
Watersports
Mane Attraction
Easterbrook Painting, Inc,
Nevada County
Hampton Inn & Suites Tahoe-
Nicholas J. Sonder Architect
Truckee
Sustainable Community
Advocates
Truckee-Tahoe Pet Lodge
Unique Boutique / Viviane's
A Rooter Man Plumbing
Sewer & Drain Cleaning
Service
Arts For the Schools
Big Brothers Big Sisters of
Nevada County
Clear Capital
Construction and General
Laborers' Local 185
Implant Center
Trails & Vistas
Vintage & Vogue
Truckee Pro Rodeo
WolfSmith Media
High Camp Home
5+Years
Tahoe Oral Surgery and
Association
Kelly Brothers Painting Inc.
2+Years
Law Offices of Jude M. Koenig
Artisans Market Place
1Year
Moonshine Ink
Bankers Network Corp.
Mountain Forge
Brand Breadcrumbs
Costco Wholesale Sparks
Mt. Lincoln Construction
Deden Painting
JRS Construction, Inc.
New Leaders
IRIE Rafting Company
Lake Tahoe Paddleboard
Mountain Area Preservation
North Lake Tahoe Historical
Society
Association
(MAP)
Mountain High BNI
Somersett Country Club
Orbital Design Lab
North Star Vacation Rentals
Squeeze In
Red Horse Fenestration, Inc
Sierrascape
Sierra Pet Clinic
Tahoe/Truckee, California
2012 All-America City
3rd Grade Reading Success Matters
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Chamber [ News ]
The Truckee
Donner Chamber
of Commerce
A Look Back...
The Chamber is Working For You!
Serving the Needs of
the Business
Community for Over
100 Years
PhoneCalls
April 2012................................................................. 1,211
May 2012............................................................... 1,080
June 2012................................................................1,196
July 2012 ............................................................... 1,058
August 2012............................................................ 972
Sept. 2012................................................................ 956
Oct. 2012.................................................................. 1,112
Nov. 2012 .............................................................. 1,026
Dec. 2012 ................................................................. 839
Jan. 2013 ................................................................ 1,001
Feb. 2013 .................................................................905
March 2013..............................................................907
The Truckee Donner Chamber of
Commerce was founded in 1912, and
incorporated June 29, 1953, celebrates
over 100 years of serving the business
community and 60 years of incorporation
this June.
WrittenRequests
Over the years, the Chamber has
grown and changed based on the needs of
April 2012................................................................1,174
May 2012.................................................................. 623
June 2012.............................................................. 1,020
July 2012 ................................................................ 1,273
August 2012...........................................................1,412
Sept. 2012............................................................. 1,085
Oct. 2012.................................................................. 623
Nov. 2012 ................................................................1,129
Dec. 2012.................................................................. 347
Jan. 2013 .................................................................. 593
Feb. 2013 .................................................................. 421
March 2013.............................................................. 676
the community and our members. Every
year the Board of Directors and staff
review the input provided by our
members, and evaluate our programs and
priorities to ensure we stay relevant to our
members and to the Truckee business
climate issues, trends, and needs. Today
we stand strong as always with nearly 550
members representing over 7,000 jobs.
The Chamber’s primary areas of focus
include:
WebsitesUniqueVisits
• Serving our members
• Creating community
• Promoting the community
The priorities identified for 2012/13
include staying focused on Truckee
The Truckee Donner Chamber of Com-
Tomorrow economic development activity,
merce received a great deal of commen-
promoting Truckee as a desirable
dation for the part they played in organiz-
destination, ensuring our member benefits
ing and putting on the dedication cere-
provide the highest return on their
mony and celebration for the Emigrant
investment, and continuing to enhance our
Trail Museum in September 1962. As re-
online presence and use of new
ported in the Sacramento Bee, June 11,
technology. We hope that you have visited
1962:
the award-winning, recently redesigned
“An invitation will be extended to the
www.Truckee.com website dedicated to
Secretary of Interior Steward Udall to
tourism, and the new
dedicate the national historic site in Don-
www.TruckeeChamber.com website
ner Memorial State Park during the dedi-
dedicated to business.
cation of the new Emigrant Trail Museum
The Chamber is passionate about
continuing our role of serving the needs of
on September 9th.
Donner is one of a few sites selected
the business community for many years to
recently as national historic parks. Gover-
come.
nor Edmund G. Brown, who has indicated
Lynn Saunders
Robb Etnyre
President/CEO
Chair of the Board
he will be present at the occasion, will be
invited to accept the site”
April 2012.............................................................. 5,081
May 2012............................................................... 6,149
June 2012..............................................................8,752
July 2012 ..............................................................11,003
August 2012........................................................ 8,700
Sept. 2012............................................................. 6,150
Oct. 2012...............................................................3,568
Nov. 2012 ...............................................................4,158
Dec. 2012 ............................................................. 4,625
Jan. 2013 .................................................. ........... 4,697
Feb. 2013 ................................................. ........... 3,849
March 2013.............................................. ........... 4,077
ChamberVisitors
April 2012............................................................. 5,690
May 2012.............................................................. 5,502
June 2012..............................................................7,593
July 2012 ..............................................................8,090
August 2012........................................................ 6,607
Sept. 2012............................................................. 6,017
Oct. 2012...............................................................5,253
Nov. 2012 .............................................................. 4,041
Dec. 2012.............................................................. 4,760
Jan. 2013 ................................................................4,771
Feb. 2013 ................................................................4,117
March 2013............................................................ 5,122
[ Truckee
Sewing Co. ]
[ Donner Lake Inn ]
Mindy and
Paul Oesterman,
Owners
Danielle Price and
Joe Hartman Owner
photo: Erskine Creative Photography
photo: Erskine Creative Photography
Danielle, how long have you and your husband Joe been in business in
Truckee?
Truckee Sewing Co. has been in business since 2003. We started
through word of mouth doing repairs for the ski resorts and fire
department. Today we are a full service sewing shop specializing in
home upholstery and custom interiors. Our textile showroom offers a
full selection and variety of fabrics and a wide variety of foam, fill and
pillow forms.
Mindy and Paul how long have you been in business in Truckee?
Who are your clientele?
Our clientele covers a very wide spectrum. We enjoy working with the
Truckee locals, often getting to know many of them on a first name
basis. We also enjoy working with second home owners, as well as the
many commercial businesses in the area.
Running a small business and living in Truckee is a true
privilege. We are very proud of this community. It is so nice to work
close to where you live, having little to no commute time, and, of
course always having the option for a powder break when weather and
work permits!
Who are your clientele?
What has been the most rewarding project since you began in Truckee?
We consider almost all the projects we work on rewarding. We take a
great sense of pride in the quality of work we do as well as the
relationships we create with our clients. I think that one of the most
satisfying feelings is taking an old broken down piece of furniture,
destined possibly for the trash heap, and making it unique and new
again.
What has been the greatest challenge to you?
The greatest challenge to our business has been simply just that –
running a small business. Many people who are not in business for
themselves find it difficult to identify with the constant hurdles
and expenses a small business person must deal with. Running a
profitable and viable business is not always an easy task.
What are your business goals?
Our business goals are to increase our revenue and respectfully grow
with the changing needs of the community. To be able to create more
jobs, and slowly expand production, these are all high on the list.
Do you have any tips or pointers for other small business owners?
My tip for starting a new business is research, research, research! Make
sure there is really a market for what you want to promote or do. Have
proper financing in line, and prepare to work very hard.
What has benefitted our business most of all has really been word
of mouth and referrals from locals and other businesses.
What are some interests outside of work that you enjoy?
Being an avid disc golf player, I try to find as much time as possible to
get outdoors and play with my friends and co workers. The wide
variety of winter and summer sports here are what make all the hard
work worth it.
Paul: For the past 10 years or so, our retirement plans were about
owning a bed and breakfast. We spent most vacations at B&Bs in
other locales learning the trade, took B&B related business
courses, and perfected our breakfast recipes. We both spent a lot
of time in our youth around Lake Tahoe and knew we wanted to
come back. An opportunity arose that we took advantage of last
year and have owned the Donner Lake Inn for seven months.
Mindy: We have had the privilege of serving as hosts to people
from Truckee, throughout California and Nevada and across the
United States as well as a number of international visitors. We
have some people who come for winter snow activities, some for
the summer lake activities as well as those who wish to just have a
romantic getaway.
What has been the most rewarding project since you began in Truckee?
Mindy: With our backgrounds in education, we are both “people
persons” so sharing our home with others has been rewarding.
Especially rewarding was our ability to thank some veterans for
their military service by offering complimentary stays on Veterans
Day. A second rewarding experience was having guests get
married here at the Inn, with their plans to spend anniversaries
with us.
What has been the greatest challenge to you?
Paul: We have been so busy that we have not yet had the time to
properly assimilate into the community that we now call home.
We are looking forward to meeting new friends and neighbors.
What are your business goals?
Mindy: We want to continue to provide what our guests consider
exceptional lodging and five-star service. Our goal is to see many
of our guests return year after year and watch their families grow.
Do you have any tips or pointers for other small business owners?
Paul: Be an integral part of the community. Joining the Chamber
has given us the opportunity to network with other small business
owners in the community and we support each other.
What are some interests outside of work that you enjoy?
Paul: With just the two of us running the business, we have not
had a chance to explore everything that Truckee and Donner Lake
has to offer. Mindy is an academically trained historian and hopes
to be able to spend some time volunteering at the museum.
Mindy: Paul is a licensed pharmacist and is passionate about
teaching the youth of our community about the safe use of
prescription medications. In our free time, during the summer
season, you will find us canoeing on Donner Lake.
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Chamber [ News ]
May 14th Good
Morning Truckee
The May 14th Good Morning Truckee hits a
Pam Hobday Joins the Truckee
Donner Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
variety of topics:
Pam Hobday,
help direct the strategic planning
President of Pamela
redesign for New York City following 9-11.
Lake Tahoe event September 22. One of
Hurt Associates, has
She has worked with numerous county
the newest North American events on the
joined the Truckee
and city governments to assess programs
IRONMAN race circuit, the Lake Tahoe
Donner Chamber of
and facilitate strategic planning sessions
area promises stunning scenery. The high
Commerce Board of
for elected officials, departments and
altitude setting is sure to provide a
Directors. Hobday
department heads.
Debuting this year is the IRONMAN
challenging course from the swim starting
Pam Hobday
has more than 30
“Pam has been very involved in the
in Kings Beach, to the bike course that
years experience in management
Truckee Tomorrow economic
rides through historic downtown Truckee
consulting. She has worked with Fortune
development initiative and brings a
twice, to the marathon run that starts and
500 and 400 companies, non-profit
wealth of talent and expertise to the
finishes in Squaw Valley. Andy Chapman,
organizations, city and county
Chamber that will be very valuable with
Chief Marketing Officer for the North Lake
government, business start-ups, turn-
all our programs,” said Robb Etnyre, Chair
Tahoe Chamber/CVB/Resort Association
arounds, and with higher education. She
of the Chamber Board of Directors.
will run down the details and economic
specializes in organizational development,
impact of this world-class event.
strategic planning, climate/culture
expanded to 11 seats for ease of securing
The Chamber Board was recently
The Truckee Tahoe Airport District has
assessment, development and design of
a quorum and voting. Hobday was
kicked-off the planning process to update
specialized training programs, business/
nominated and approved by the Board to
their Master Plan. General Manager Kevin
family succession planning, and more.
fill the newly created vacancy. Her term
Smith will outline the importance of this
document and how it will shape the future
She has directed extensive
runs 4/1/2013 to 8/31/2015.
organization redesigns, and was asked to
of the Truckee Tahoe Airport.
In other aviation news, the 2013
Truckee Tahoe AirFair & Family Festival is
Raffle Winners!
coming up Saturday July 6. Attendees will
hear the latest on the aerobatic
Trip to Napa Mixer Raffle Winner!
Business Expo Raffle and Silent Auction
performances and other festivities
Congratulations to Lynn Gibson of Gallery
Winners!
planned.
Keoki for winning the two-night stay at
Many thanks to our Chamber members for
the Bel Abri Napa Valley Inn and cash
their support through the purchase of
Johnson, General Manager of Martis Camp,
prize of $200. Gibson’s name was drawn
exhibitor space and donated raffle and
host to this year’s United States Golf
from business cards of Chamber members
silent auction prizes; and to members of
Association 2013 U.S. Junior Amateur
attending Mixers from February 28
our community, and visitors who attended
Championship July 22-27.
through April 24. This escape to the wine
the Expo helping to make this event a
country was donated by Jon Borden and
success!
Finally, attendees will hear from Mark
Good Morning Truckee is open to the
public – everyone is invited. It is held the
the Truckee Donner Chamber of
second Tuesday of every month at
Commerce.
Truckee Tahoe Airport from 7:00-8:30am.
Price at the door for general public is $10;
Business Expo Premier Exhibitors Raffle
Truckee Donner Chamber members $8 and
Contest Winner!
includes a continental breakfast.
Congratulations to Nadine Bailey of
Good Morning Truckee is presented by
Assemblyman Brian Dahle’s office for
the Truckee Donner Chamber of
winning the Premier Exhibitors Raffle
Commerce in partnership with sponsors Tri
Contest at the 21st Annual Truckee Donner
Counties Bank, The Office BOSS, the Sierra
Chamber of Commerce Business Expo
Sun, 101.5FM Truckee Tahoe Radio,
and Mixer held April 24th at the Resort at
Truckee Tahoe Airport District, and the
Squaw Creek. This Digital Media prize
Town of Truckee. Additional sponsorships
included a digital camera, photo printer,
opportunities are available.
and digital frame and was generously
donated by Charter Media.
Chamber [ News ]
Grow Your Business Through Referrals
members can improve their business
networking, lead generation and sales
Commerce will host our first BizTalk
skills. Alice brings an understanding of
Blender® on June 5, 2013 at the Hotel
selling and combines it with the equally
Truckee-Tahoe (formerly the Larkspur).
important talent for communicating easily
Advance registration will be required and
with a variety of different personalities
available to members online or by
and backgrounds.
contacting the Chamber office at 530-
This workshop will lay an excellent
587-8808.
foundation for the next networking
opportunity we are offering:
BizTalk Blender®: Alice is also the
Mark your calendars and go online at
www.TruckeeChamber.com to
Would you like to have appreciative
founder and creator of the BizTalk
customers telling their friends and
Blender® -- innovative peer-to-peer
associates about your business, and
networking events that connect business
“Connecting Your Way to New
suggesting that they patronize you also?
people so they can easily build business
Business” workshop
Referrals are like gold – they are the best
professional relationships, develop referral
May 15th, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
advertising you can get, and one of the
sources and form collaborative
most effective.
partnerships. Alice will be introducing this
register today:
pursue them as often as they should.
Donner Chamber of Commerce June 5th.
The BizTalk Blender® is a fun,
$15 in advance / $25 at the door
Non-Chamber members:
Light lunch will be served
Hotel Truckee-Tahoe
(formerly the Larkspur)
Knowing that referrals are so valuable,
comfortable, structured 1.5-hour event.
11331 Brockway Rd.
you should make them a priority to
More than 80% of participants who attend
include in your everyday arsenal of
a BizTalk Blender® generate business as a
marketing tools.
result because of the unique 3-part
Cultivating referral business is not that
difficult, but many entrepreneurs don’t
new networking series to the Truckee
process. Participants truly enjoy the
Commerce has put together a program to
BizTalk Blender® because it makes it easy
help our members learn how to maximize
for them to meet new people and guides
opportunities to grow their business
them through a series of steps that
through referrals.
maximizes their networking time and
On Wednesday, May 15th, the Chamber
will host a “Connecting Your Way to
results. Alice has helped several other
New Business” workshop. We are
Chamber, incorporate BizTalk Blenders®
bringing in nationally recognized sales
into their member programs.
BizTalk Blender®
June 5th, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Non-Chamber members:
Hotel Truckee-Tahoe
(formerly the Larkspur)
11331 Brockway Rd.
Chambers, including the Reno-Sparks
expert, Alice Heiman, to explain how our
Social Media Marketing Workshops Series
Plumas Bank, in partnership with the
them in further utilizing social media in
Mark your calendar and visit
Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce,
their marketing efforts.
www.TruckeeChamber.com to reserve
will host a series of social media marketing
workshops.
The series, being offered at no-cost, is
designed to be interactive and will provide
The first in the series will be held June
digital marketing plan.
More details and updates including
an opportunity for participants to apply
workshop times and locations will be
what they learn with practical hands-on
available at www.TruckeeChamber.com or
project assignments.
by contacting the Chamber at 530-587-
Participants will come away with
tangible skills and knowledge to assist
your seat today!
19th and will focus on the benefits of a
8808.
Marketing FUNdamentals: June 19
E-mail Marketing: July 10
Facebook Training: July 24
Marketing through Social
Media: August 7
LinkedIn Training: August 21
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New Members
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Chris and Dennis also support green
friendly approaches to painting and staining your home. For more information call
530-582-1804.
Donner Lake Marina & Watersports
Donner Lake Marina & Watersports is under the new ownership of Rob Nishimori.
Donner Lake Marina & Watersports rents
just about anything that travels on water.
Located at the Donner Lake Village, 15695
Donner Pass Road, with a second location
in Donner Memorial State Park.
Rental equipment includes: skis, tubes,
knee and wake boards, ski boats, wave
runners, kayaks, canoes, pontoon boats,
sea cycles (water bikes), fishing boats and
paddle boats. Whether you are going for a
leisurely sightseeing cruise on a pontoon
boat, waterskiing, tubing or just to have
fun, this is your one stop shop.
Rob also has his inventory professionally maintained and provides safety equipment and life jackets. Your call is welcome
at 530-582-5112 or 530-582-1999.
Feather River College
The Feather River College campus is located in the beautiful Sierra mountains
surrounded by the Plumas National Forest
at 570 Golden Eagle Avenue, Quincy. The
college offers unique academic programs
including Associate Degrees and certificates to prepare students for jobs in today’s competitive market. Additionally,
there are endless opportunities yearround for outdoor recreation, and many of
the academic courses also take advantage
of this extraordinary location.
Small classes enable students to receive individual attention from faculty and
staff. On-campus housing is available, as
well as competitive athletic programs,
courses online, and a summer schedule.
This is a small college with mountains of
opportunities—your future starts here!
To learn more call Carlie McCarthy,
recruiter or Scott Koeller, at 530-2830202 ext. 316.
Garcia’s Janitorial & House Cleaning
Garcia’s Janitorial & House Cleaning has
been providing cleaning and janitorial
services in Truckee-Tahoe and the surrounding area for over 20 years.
This family-owned company is based
in Truckee and takes great pride in providing high quality, low cost, cleaning
service for home and business.
In addition, some of the expanded
services offered by Garcia’s Janitorial &
House Cleaning include construction
cleaning, move-in/move-out cleaning,
yard maintenance, floor polishing and
carpet cleaning. Customer satisfaction is a
priority for Garcia’s and reflected through
the number of long-term clients for whom
they continue to provide service.
Garcia’s Janitorial & House Cleaning is
bonded and insured and happy to provided references. For more information
call 530-415-1076 or 530-587-0479; or
email garcia5915@gmail.com.
Nerium International
Nerium International is the first and only
company that has the capability to harness the power of the Nerium oleander
plant in its skincare products, which addresses multiple concerns at once, including wrinkles, discoloration, and texture.
With real results, grounded in scientific discovery and proven through clinical
trials, Nerium SkinCare is committed to
standing behind their products with ongoing research and continuing to explore the
full potential of Nerium oleander extract.
This commitment allows for excellent customer satisfaction and astounding Nerium
SkinCare results. Look your best every
day of your life with Nerium. Brighten,
tighten and lift wrinkles away today!
For more information, visit
www.therealmccoys.nerium.com or contact Kathy McCoy at 916-539-1342 or
email at kgmccoy1@comcast.net.
Sierra Pet Clinic
Dr. Twylah Sperka is the new owner of
Sierra Pet Clinic, which she bought in
March 2013 from Dr. Kim Hayes. The clinic
is located at 10411 River Park Place. Dr.
Sperka studied zoology at the University
of Wisconsin-Madison before graduating
with her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
degree. She interned in the Sacramento
area, and worked in several veterinary
hospitals and most recently spent five and
a half years at a large 24-hour emergency
practice in Elk Grove.
Dr. Sperka’s greatest expertise is in
surgery, dentistry and medicine. She and
her family look forward to enjoying all the
sports and activities the area offers including hiking, backpacking, cooking, nordic skiing and music festivals.
Your four-legged family member is
welcome at Sierra Pet Clinic by calling
530-587-7200.
The Strudel Guy
The Strudel Guy is a family owned and
operated business originally inspired by
participation at Truckee Thursday’s and
now based in Santa Rosa, California. Chef
Alan Dennis specializes in producing
sweet and savory strudels – crisp, flakey
layers surround chef-inspired fillings using
ingredients of the freshest quality to create strudel with truly unique flavor profiles. To read a list of just some of the delectable strudel flavors offered, visit
www.strudelguy.com
Each strudel is made by hand, fully
baked and frozen. The strudel comes to
you ready to enjoy after a short defrost
making them great for events, parties, or
just enjoying a quick bite. Custom strudels
are available upon request.
For more information about this award
winning product, or to arrange local delivery, contact Jarret Dennis at 530-4482795 or email jarret@strudelguy.com.
Truckee Tahoe BNI
With over 145,000 members worldwide,
BNI is the largest business networking
organization in the world with 7.1 million
referrals last year generating $3.3 billion
dollars worth of business. Members appreciate the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and most importantly, business referrals.
The Truckee Tahoe BNI chapter’s
members include many of your friends
and neighbors. Member testimonials state
that one business has increased as much
as 20 percent, and another that BNI
helped them stay in business during these
stressful economic times.
Meetings are held Tuesday mornings
at 7:15 am at For Goodness Sake, 10157
Donner Pass Rd, C-1. To learn more call
Patricia Curtis at 530-582-5600.
Elizabeth Carmel Appointed to
TRPA Board
Truckee landscape photographer and
board after voting against the agency’s
former land use planner Elizabeth Carmel
approval of a new regional plan. That plan
has been appointed to the Tahoe
was subsequently sued by the Sierra Club
Regional Planning Agency Governing
and Friends of the West Shore. And
Board.
pending Nevada legislation threatens the
Carmel was appointed by California
state’s withdrawal from the compact,
Assembly Speaker John Perez. She fills a
which would effectively dissolve the bi-
board seat that was previously held by
state agency.
Mara Bresnick, who resigned from the
board in January.
Carmel owns two fine art
photography galleries, one in Truckee and
Despite the turbulent times, Carmel
said she believes the bi-state agency will
not be dissolved.
“It is not a perfect agency, but it is
one in Calistoga. She holds a degree in
serving a function and an important
environmental science from U.C.
function. I hope it is not disbanded,”
Berkeley. And before opening her
Carmel said. “I would have not agreed to
photography studio, Carmel was a land
be on the board if I did not believe in its
use planner for 20 years, working at the
overall goals.”
Town of Truckee, El Dorado County, and
within the Tahoe Basin.
“I think what I bring is a combination
Carmel will not be the only new TRPA
board member. William “Bill” Yeates, a
California attorney with 34 years of
of environmentalism and support for
experience in environmental law, also
small business, because I work in both of
recently joined the TRPA board.
those fields,” Carmel said.
Carmel joins the board at a pivotal
time for the agency. Her predecessor on
Donner Museum
Advisory
Committee
Formed
In anticipation of the opening of the new
museum at Donner Memorial State Park, a
Donner Museum Advisory Committee has
been formed. The purpose of the
committee is to assist the Sierra State
Parks Foundation in achieving the
fundraising goal of supporting a Museum
Coordinator position for the new worldclass facility. This critical position will
provide school group programs, public
educational opportunities, exhibit support
and volunteer coordination.
At this time, California State Parks has
no identified funds to provide staffing for
this new facility slated to open in the
summer of 2014. This committee will allow
you to be on the ground floor in the
planning and execution of many fun events
being planned and will enable you to have
a positive and lasting impact.
Reprinted from Moonshine Ink, April
13, 2013
the board, Bresnick, resigned from the
The Sierra State Parks Foundation is a
501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to
raise critically needed funds to support our
Hilary Newsom Joins Tahoe Fund
Board of Directors
local Truckee/Tahoe area California State
Parks.
“The Sierra State Parks Foundation is
looking forward to engaging Truckee
residents with this project,” said Executive
The Tahoe Fund, the only non-profit
efforts to raise money for environmental
dedicated to funding environmental
projects around the Lake.”
improvement projects in Tahoe, recently
Founded in 2010, the Tahoe Fund is a
Directory Heidi Doyle.
For more information, contact the
Sierra State Parks Foundation at 530-583-
announced the election of Hilary Newsom
bi-state nonprofit dedicated to raising
9911 or e-mail hdoyle@sierrastateparks.org
to its board of directors. Newsom is
money for projects that will improve lake
or visit www.sierrastateparks.org.
currently President of San Francisco
clarity, enhance recreation and build a
based PlumpJack Group, owner of the
stronger sense of environmental
PlumpJack Squaw Valley Inn. Newsom
stewardship in the Lake Tahoe Basin. The
has long family ties to Lake Tahoe, dating
organization has funded two high priority
back to 1960 when her grandfather
watershed restoration projects, segments
signed a 99-year lease at Olympic Village.
of the Tahoe Bikeway in Tahoe City and
Newsom brings an extensive history of
South Lake Tahoe; the Van-Sickle Bi-
philanthropy and fundraising to the
State Park in South Lake Tahoe; and the
organization.
UC Davis “State of the Lake” report.
“Hilary has an incredible passion for
For more information about the
Tahoe and significant success raising
Tahoe Fund, visit www.tahoefund.org; e-
funds for causes she cares about,” said
mail info@tahoefund.org; or call 775-298-
Cindy Gustafson, Chair of the Board. “We
0035.
are thrilled to have her support in our
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Tahoe Music
Professionals
Launches Services
in Lake Tahoe Area
and Beyond
Hosting an event or special occasion but
don’t know how to find the right musician
or performer to entertain your guests?
Tahoe Music Professionals is available to
take care of all those details for you.
Specializing in weddings, corporate
events and private parties, Tahoe Music
Professionals raises the bar by providing
the best entertainment for your special
event in the Tahoe region and beyond.
Tahoe Music Professionals works with
all styles of live music, DJ’s and
performers both locally and nationally.
They offer the highest quality
entertainment, customer service,
professionalism and attention to detail to
all clients. They can create custom
playlists to create the mood you want, or
offer complete sound, staging, lighting
and décor for all special occasions.
“What sets us apart is our dedication
to the highest level of customer service,”
says Andy Mond, co-founder.
Bluestone Jewelry Becomes Member of
International Jewelers Group
Bluestone Jewelry, Inc. recently announced
its membership in the Independent
Jewelers Organization (IJO), an
International Buying Group and educational
organization of independent retail jewelers.
Bluestone Jewelry, Inc. will be the area’s
exclusive Master IJO Jeweler member.
“We seek out one of the top two
independent retail jewelers in a market area
for exclusive membership in IJO,” said
Jeffrey Roberts, President and CEO of the
organization. “Our members share the
international purchasing power of almost
900 members across the U.S., plus
members in Canada, the United Kingdom,
and Australia. And our educational,
business, and marketing programs are
unique in the jewelry industry. They are
designed to put the independent jeweler on
an equal footing with the national chains
they compete with today.”
Bluestone Jewelry is located in historic
Downtown Truckee, and also has a location
in Tahoe City. They carry a wide selection
of Lake Tahoe inspired jewelry, art,
photography and unique glass works. Their
Bluestone custom designer can create or
restore any piece your heart desires. Let
them make your statement piece in your
jewelry collection or do the restoration of
the piece you have had and won't wear for
whatever reason.
www.bluestonetahoe.com.
Truckee Donner PUD Launches New
Website
Pick up a mouse, smart phone, or tablet
and get connected with the TDPUD. The
TDPUD recently announced the launch of a
new website, interactive conservation
program kiosk, and Facebook/Twitter.
“These new sites will provide quick
access to information and will improve
customer service while saving resources”
said Michael Holley, TDPUD general
manager.
Check out their new website at
www.tdpud.org; connect with them on
Facebook at www.facebook.com/TDPUD;
and Twitter at www.twitter@tdpud).
“We are providing a service that
allows our clients to take the guess work
out of hiring entertainment. A planner can
come to us for a classical guitarist, a jazz
trio, an 80’s cover band and a children’s
entertainer all for one event, all with one
The Auto & Tire Doctor Celebrates
Over 30 Years of Service in the
Truckee Area
phone call,” says co-founder Ben Martin.
Tahoe Music Professionals is a proud
partner and supporter of the Tahoe
School of Music, a California 501.(c)(3)
Non Profit organization. 10% of every
booking with Tahoe Music Professionals
goes directly to programs and
scholarships at the school. The music
school focuses on an environment that
serves as a positive outlet for learning,
creativity, fun and interaction with others.
www.TahoeMusicPros.com or call 877498-7498.
The Auto & Tire Doctor is celebrating over
30 years of service in the Truckee area on
Wednesday June 19th. Join them at 12000
Pioneer Trail from 11:00am to 1:00pm for a
BBQ and giveaways. From 5:00-7:00pm,
the celebration continues with a live band,
drinks, appetizers and more giveaways.
They invite you to come see what’s new at
the shop including Kevin Ward, who has
been in the Truckee area for over 20 years
and excels in customer service.
The Auto & Tire Doctor prides itself in
professionalism. They do everything
possible to make their customers feel
welcome, comfortable and satisfied with
their service experience.
They are a full service, automotive
repair and maintenance shop providing
services from oil changes to detailed
diagnostic work, scheduled/preventative
maintenance and mechanical repairs to all
makes and models of Domestic, European,
4x4 vehicles plus RV's. They are Audi, VW
and Subaru Service Specialists and carry
most major brands of tires at the lowest
prices in the area.
The Auto & Tire Doctor is a AAA
approved facility, and a BBB accredited
business. For more information, call 530587-2178 or visit
www.theautoandtiredoctor.com.
Dealing with Difficult Customers Workshop
arrive with “baggage.” The Distracted
disruptive behavior. The Disruptive Guest
Guest is still in his or her own world, not in
creates three problems:
yours. Their baggage may include their
• A problem for him or herself
moods, deadlines, fatigue, worries, and
• A problem for you
preoccupations. All this baggage makes it
• A problem for other guests
more difficult to do your job and win them
It’s your job to solve these three
over with quality service. Often your
problems. If you can prevent the
Distracted Guests will fail to even notice
Disappointed Guest from turning into a
the service you’ve provided or the attitude
Disruptive Guest, you’ve saved everybody
you’re trying to project. Don’t be
a lot of trouble. Learn how to Tame the
frustrated! As long as you’re part of the
Beast.
solution, not their problem, you’re doing
your job.
The Disappointed Guest or Customer
There are hundreds of reasons why your
Get ready Truckee/Tahoe for the busy
guests may be upset. Some of those
summer season! Whether you work with
reasons may have nothing to do with you;
customers in person, on the phone or with
others may be entirely your responsibility.
guests who are visiting our beautiful
The most obvious cause of
mountain towns, we want to make a
disappointment is that your guests don’t
lasting impression. Are your team
like something about your products and
members prepared to make each
services. In most cases their complaints
customer and guest interaction a
and problems are entirely legitimate.
memorable one?
The Disruptive Guest is simply a
Disappointed Guest that’s been pushed
The Distracted Guest or Customer
Distracted Guests are the easiest to spot,
Customers workshop May 23, 2013.
8:30am registration and snack; 9:00am
to 12:00 noon workshop at the Hampton
Inn, 11951 Highway 267, Truckee. $39
Chamber members early registration; $49
walk-in registration. Register online at
www.sierrahra.com.
For more information, contact Laura
Moriarty, SPHR at 530-573-0224 or Patrici Barrett, Truckee Donner Chamber
Membership Manager at 530-587-8808.
The Disruptive Guest
Three Types of Difficult Guests
Plan to attend the Dealing with Difficult
over the threshold that separates what we
think of as civilized behavior from
Co-sponsored by the Truckee Donner
and North Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Sierra Human
Resources.
and the easiest to deal with. They always
Tahoe Expedition Academy Launches
High School Program
Tahoe Expedition Academy is launching a new educational
“Essentially we make the outdoors a critical component of our
opportunity for students – a high school program. The program
learning environment.”
will start with a 9th grade class for the 2013-2014 school year.
For its new high school program, Tahoe Expedition Academy
Each subsequent year, the school will add another grade level to
has identified three areas of focus: high-level academics and
eventually provide a 9th through 12th grade curriculum.
inspiring art programs; adventure, athletics and nutrition; and
Professors from top universities around the country will teach the
character, citizenship and service.
program.
Tahoe Expedition Academy, a private school headquartered in
Since the school’s founding, Tahoe Expedition Academy has
aspired to maintain a community of equity and excellence by
historic Kings Beach, currently offers pre-kindergarten classes, as
admitting students of diverse cultural backgrounds, economics,
well as elementary and middle school academic programs
perspectives and talents. The school currently offers financial aid,
(kindergarten through 8th grade).
awarding scholarships to students based on demonstrated
“What differentiates Tahoe Expedition Academy is our ability
financial need and exemplifying strong academic merit. In fact,
to utilize our unique setting as a base camp to create an
there are a number of partial and full-ride scholarships available
experiential environment,” said DC Larrabee, Co-Head of Tahoe
now for the high school program.
Expedition Academy and the Director of Science and Adventure.
For more information about Tahoe Expedition Academy, visit
www.TahoeExpeditionAcademy.org.
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Tahoe Donner Driving Range Now Open
The Tahoe Donner Golf Course driving
range is now open! Golfers who want to
practice their swing can visit the driving
range for some early season training.
Until the golf course is open, the
driving range will be open seven days a
week from 9:00am to 6:30pm. Golf season
is right around the corner and will soon be
in full swing with Tahoe Donner’s golf
course scheduled to open for full operation
May 24. For a sneak preview the weekend
prior, the course will be open with a noon
shotgun time May 17, 18 and 19.
“The course is in the best condition that
it has been in for at least six years with
regards to early season conditions,” said
Ed Leinenkugel, golf director at Tahoe
Donner. “The golfers are going to love it.”
Golfers visiting Tahoe Donner this
spring and summer can look forward to
some exciting improvements for the 201213 season including a newly remodeled golf
pro shop, an expanded snack bar and a
brand new fleet of Club Car golf carts, in
addition there will also be a new beverage
cart for the course.
For more information on prices and
driving range hours, visit
www.tahoedonner.com/golf/driving-range.
Excellence in Education Golfing for Schools Cards
Now on Sale
Dust off the clubs and get ready because
restrictions do apply; visit www.ExinEd.org
golfing season is right around the corner
for details.
and the Excellence in Education
The Golfing for Schools program is a
Cards may be purchased at Porters
Sports in Truckee and online at
ExinEd.org. There is an eight card per
Foundation Golfing for Schools Cards are
primary fundraising program of the Tahoe
person purchase limit and additional
now on sale.
Truckee Excellence in Education
restrictions do apply. Only a limited
Foundation. The Foundation is a private,
number of passes are available and cards
excellent value and are valid for 18-holes
nonprofit organization that enhances
will be sold on a first come, first serve
of play at seven of North Tahoe and
public education within the Tahoe Truckee
basis.
Truckee’s premiere golf courses including:
Unified School District. Each year the
Coyote Moon, Northstar, Old Greenwood,
Foundation raises money and provides
in Education at 530-550-7984 or visit
Resort at Squaw Creek, Tahoe City, Tahoe
grants, resources and partnerships to
www.ExinEd.org.
Donner and Gray’s Crossing. Some
benefit students, teachers and the
The $295 transferable cards are an
For more information, call Excellence
educational community as a whole.
3rd Annual High Fives Foundation Charity
Golf Tournament
Join the High Fives Non-Profit Foundation
At 1:00pm teams of four hit the
process of injured athletes. For more
at The Golf Club at Gray’s Crossing on May
fairways of the Golf Club at Gray’s
information or to register a team, visit
16 for the 3rd Annual High Fives
Crossing and work together in a scramble
www.golf.highfivesfoundation.org.
Foundation Charity Golf Tournament
format attempting to win amazing prizes
presented by GoPro.
from a list of great sponsors. During the 18
to everything they are a part of; what they
Following the 10:00am-12:00pm
“High Fives brings such great energy
holes of golf players will have the chance
have done for the community, and us
registration, the day’s events kick off with
to participate in many on course
personally here at Tahoe Mountain Club is
lunch from Burger Me, and a “Break the
challenges to win additional prizing.
priceless,” said Golf Club at Gray’s
Glass” competition sponsored by
Following their round of golf will be a
Crossing Head Golf Professional Travis
Northwestern Mutual where golfers will
putting contest, awards, and a catered
attempt to shatter a pane of glass by
dinner from Full Belly Deli.
Alley. “It is our pleasure to host the 3rd
Annual High Fives Charity Golf
hitting golf balls at it from a challenging
distance.
The day’s festivities cost $500 per
team of 4, and all proceeds go to the High
Tournament and we look forward to many
more!”
Fives Foundation to help in the recovery
101.5FM KTKE Truckee Tahoe Radio Listener David Libby
Wins Heli-Ski Week in Alaska
David Libby calls his heli-ski week in Cordova Alaska “the
adventure of a lifetime.” Libby won the all-expense paid week for
himself and a friend in the station’s Points North Heli-Adventures
drawing held March 29.
“The lodge was first-class, an unbelievable experience,” said
Libby. “We saw the ocean, the glaciers, it was very impressive.”
Libby's name was chosen from 200 listeners who clamored
all winter to qualify for the drawing. 101.5 FM KTKE Truckee
Tahoe Radio is already working with Points North HeliAdventures on next year’s contest.
101.5 FM KTKE Truckee Tahoe Radio, is a locally-owned
independent Triple-A format radio, broadcasting from studios in
Truckee and covering the entire Lake Tahoe basin plus the
Interstate-80 corridor from Donner Summit to the CaliforniaNevada border. For more information, visit
www.TruckeeTahoeRadio.com.
Recommend a New Member to the Chamber
and get $25 hard cash.
Call the Chamber for details, 530-587-8808
Member
New Member
Melody Rebbeck, Hampton Inn & Suites Tahoe Truckee ................Jax at the Tracks
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Free Private
Business Consulting
Sessions Available
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY
TO START PUTTING TOGETHER YOUR PLANS FOR 2013!
No-cost one-on-one consulting and
low-cost training to new and existing businesses.
The Small Business Development Center assists existing businesses be
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realize their dream of business ownership.
For more information or to schedule an appointment,
call (877) 853-9093
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4th of July Parade Planning Underway
As has been the tradition for many years,
Sponsors receive recognition in all pa-
the Truckee Donner Chamber of Com-
rade publicity, Truckee Chamber and
merce will once again produce Truckee’s
Tourism websites, Chamber newsletter,
4th of July Parade.
e-broadcasts, and from the MC during
The Truckee community “loves a pa-
the parade.
rade” and our goal is to continue to pro-
Truckee's July 4th parade begins at
vide a great kick-off to everyone’s 4th of
10:00 am at the Tahoe Truckee Unified
July celebrations. The parade is the quin-
School District parking lot at the west
tessential display of small town Ameri-
end of town, and progresses 1-1/2 miles
cana.
down Donner Pass Road into historic
The 4th of July Parade, and related
activities that day at the West End Beach
Truckee, ending around noon.
This year’s parade theme is Celebrat-
of Donner Lake (music, games, bbq, fire-
ing Truckee’s 150 years since establish-
works), are a huge economic stimulus for
ment and 20 years of incorporation. Pre-
the Truckee area. While it is a natural to
vious themes include: We Love Our
come to Truckee in the summer, a great
Truckee, Gateway to California, A Town
majority of people come at that time
for All Seasons, Treasure of the Sierra,
because of all the festivities. It is also a
The Great Outdoors, Truckee – The Good
tradition of so many in the community –
Life, Hometown Pride, and Celebrate
a not-to-be missed event to many who
Freedom.
have lived here for years.
To assist with the funding of the parade, we are seeking donations from
businesses, individuals and organizations.
Parade entry fee is still just $50 and
entries will be accepted through noon,
June 27, 2013.
For more information, contact the
Your tax deductible sponsorship or dona-
Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce
tion will ensure our community can con-
at (530) 587-8808 or e-mail
tinue to enjoy this Truckee tradition.
info@truckee.com.
Truckee Town History: An Evening With the Mayors
Enjoy fine dining, laughs, tears, and a
glass and coffee mug and a no-host bar.
the guest(s) and if you have a preference
night of local history hosted by past and
Cost is $60 per person and can be pur-
for a vegetarian meal.
present Truckee Mayors as part of the
chased online at townoftruckee.com or
Town of Truckee’s 20th Anniversary Cele-
by mail at 10183 Truckee Airport Road,
are recommended. For more information,
bration on May 31st, 6:00pm, at the Old
Truckee, CA 96161 (make checks payable
contact Judy Price at 530-582-2924 or e-
Rec Center at 10046 Church Street.
to Town of Truckee). To make your res-
mail jprice@townoftruckee.com.
The evening includes entertainment,
Seating is limited, early reservations
ervation, please provide the name(s) of
a catered dinner, a commemorative wine
Martis Camp to Host 2013 U.S. Junior
Amateur Championship
Martis Camp Club has been selected by
the United States Golf Association to host
Sunshine Tahoe
Donates $10,000
to Tahoe Truckee’s
Trails & Vistas
the 2013 U.S. Junior Amateur
Championship this July 22-27.
On September 7-8, attendees from
“Martis Camp will provide a wonderful
around the country will hike along the
test of golf for the world’s finest junior
Pacific Crest Trail on Donner Summit and
golfers,” said Ben Kimball of the USGA
experience live music, dance, storytelling,
Rules and Competitions Department. “The
sculpture and painting. The theme for
USGA is thrilled to be taking the 66th U.S.
Trails & Vistas 10th anniversary art hikes is
Junior Amateur Championship to Martis
“Reflections.” More than 30 participating
Camp and working with the members of
the club and community.”
“Hosting one of the USGA”s 13 national
championships at martis Camp is a proud
moment for the members and
ambassadors of the club,” said head golf
artists, musicians, dancers, poets, singers
to putting our best foot forward on behalf
and visual artists, will perform aside
of the competitors, the staff and visitors to
stunning alpine lakes and breathtaking
Martis Camp.”
vistas.
www.MartisCamp.com.
professional Gus Jones. “We look forward
In addition to the art hikes, a 10th
anniversary concert will take place at the
Truckee Regional Park Amphitheatre from
6 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 7.
Performers include double-neck guitarist
Ian Ethan Case from Boston, Reno Taiko
Tsurunokai, a Japanese drum group from
Reno, and the forty-piece San Jose State
Symphony Orchestra plus an opening act
by Ann Licater, a world flutist from Los
Angeles. Artist Susie Alexander from
Truckee will paint while the orchestra
plays and a ballerina from Inner Rhythms
will be painted on stage.
“The purpose of Trails & Vistas is to
reestablish bonds between individuals and
others and individuals and nature,”says
Nancy Tieken Lopez, Trails & Vistas
founder and executive director.
“To recognize and support Nancy
Tieken Lopez’ imagination and incredible
talent, Sunshine Tahoe has donated
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website averages 5,000 visitors per month. Don’t miss this opportunity to
publicize your event. It’s free!
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$10,000 for Trails & Vistas 10th
anniversary,” shares Christina StoeverYoung, principal of Sunshine Tahoe and
avid supporter of arts, culture and the
environment.
Trails & Vistas’ art hikes blend worldclass artistic expression with walking in
nature. For more information, visit
www.trailsandvistas.org.
If you need help submitting your event, contact Ruth Geresy at
Ruth@Truckee.com; or call 530-587-8808.
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