I am writing about my Dad today. It’s Father’s Day on Sunday, AND he is my Hero!

I can’t say I knew that when I was little. He worked 6 days a week to feed our family of 5 kids. I knew him more as a teenager, sitting around the kitchen table having rousing discussions with my parents and my siblings. He challenged us to be independent thinkers and certainly to be our own person. It was only as I got older, raising my own children with Richard, that I realized how much I was like him.

My children got to know their Grandpa Dutch very well, between visits to Minnesota and to Arizona in the winters. He challenged them to think as well, and it was fun to see the interaction between those generations.

That phrase, “everything I know, I learned in kindergarten”…so much of who I am, I got from my dad. Some of my core qualities are his: opinionated and never afraid to take action (but not always right), that driving passion toward doing stuff that needs doing, a strong work ethic, gregarious and outgoing personality, and a heart full of love for the people around me, even though I don’t always show it. 

Take a moment to think about that strong person who shaped your life and be sure to tell them how grateful you are! 

WHO’S YOUR LOCAL HERO! Please nominate them here: NOMINATE YOUR HERO >

NEWS FROM OUR MEMBERS:

If you are out and about on Saturday…

• Check out Natural Grocers at 11 am to learn about “Demystifying Micronutrients.”
• Learn about Wildifre Pro Shop’s fire protection technology at their open house on Saturday. They are in Incline Center, in that little building off to the right of Raleys.
• Also, at Incline Center, remodeling is starting in the old Rookies building. Finally! It will take all summer, but we can look forward to the opening of a new restaurant called Maddy’s. It will have an Eastern Mediterranean vibe and flavor!

On Sunday…

It’s Boys and Girls Club Wine on the Water at the Kings Beach Conference Center, right on the beach! 

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

It’s all about TRPA Monday and Tuesday…

• CAB meeting Monday night
• TRPA Zoom coffee hour on housing solutions. Learn about St. Joseph Land Trust’s TAHOE program to help renters buy the home they are living in. It’s coming to Incline!

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Have you driven by the roundabout this week? Go around the whole thing! Shrubs and perennial flowers have been installed. The final touches of mulch and cobble around the perimeter should be finished by next week.  Thanks to IVCBA Main Street and the project donors to the Sierra Giving Circle through Incline Tahoe Foundation! 

I am going to make a shameless plug for YOU to join IVCBA as a Community Supporter for $50. Our membership is comprised of 285 residents, small, local, and corporate businesses,  and ALL of the nonprofits. Our agencies and some philanthropists comprise our Investor-level members. Washoe County supports us as well. These memberships fund our work that supports the entire community. Ideally, our largest base of supporters should be Community Supporters. Here’s what we do on behalf of the entire community:

COMMUNICATIONS

IVCBA.org calendar, The Weekly SnapShot, LIVE.WORK.PLAY magazine

COMMUNITY-WIDE EVENTS

Restaurant Week, Local Heroes 4^th of July Celebration, Fall Fest, and Northern Lights 

BEAUTIFICATION

Gateway Roundabout project, Inclined to Bloom, Dancing with Daffodils

Can you support our vision of a thriving community that supports and is supported by its agencies, businesses, nonprofits and residents? Join here!

THANKS TO ALL OF OUR MEMBERS AND ADVERTISERS FOR YOUR ONGOING SUPPORT!

PET GALA

Yes, I am going, and yes, I bought a new gown! We have no pets, BUT we have 7 grand cats!!

Thanks to the Pet Network board and gala committee for putting on this FABULOUS event every year!

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

I can argue that attending fundraisers is a form of civic engagement!  But caring for our environment is a top priority heading into summer. If you didn’t go to the Defensible Space seminar last week, watch the slide deck here. Thanks to Kristie Wells of Casa Tua for organizing.

Come to the Village Spring Green Clean on June 13! It’s a week later than usual, but it is still followed up by the Incline Library Block Party. Grab supplies provided by IVGID’s Waste Not. Some people aren’t waiting for June 13: You might see any number of people picking up trash as part of a Blue Crew, but I am guessing it could also be Steve and Maren Ross of IV Enhancement Fund, Sally and Dwight Zuck, or passionate locals Ben and Carolyn! And if I missed giving YOU a shout-out, I want to hear about it!

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It’s all about the food this weekend! It is still Restaurant Week through Sunday. The grand finale is on Sunday at Christmas Tree Village, with Crosby’s, Tahoe Gifting, and Thania’s Juice Bar squeezed (pun intended) in between.

Russell, Darya, and their teams have a great recipe for the perfect combo of food, entertainment, and fun. Those of you who already have been “Praying for Snow Sun”, thank you. Come celebrate that sun at this Pray for Sun party and bring your dog. Oh, you don’t have one? Pet Network is on hand to fix that problem!

DIY Weekend

It is DIY weekend and the best place to start is at Mountain Hardware in Raleys Center. They are showing off their new renovation and that means there are specials throughout the entire store.

As most of you know, I am NOT a DIY girl. I am going for the free hot dogs and a chance to dance during the day to Jacked Up. The Store Manager, Divina, says they “ONLY” have 450 hot dogs and they always run out…I’m calling it brunch at 11:30, so I can hit one more restaurant for Restaurant Week.

My top choice that night is the CBC’s Steak and Lobster House. Their special is Wagyu meatloaf. Hmm. I might have to bring Mike O’Neill, who loves meatloaf. PLUS I can stay for the concert by Los Kingdom featuring locals Arielle Virinis and Dave Green.

Thursday Is Like a Weekend of Its Own

Thursday is kind of like a weekend of its own.

It is the second Thrifty Thursday at Village Center. Take a look at Jessica’s (Tahoe Love founder and TFS Thrift Store Manager) graphic on IVCBA.org to see the cutest graphic ever for a shopping center event.

Street Tacos by Lupitas? I wonder what wine to pair with them from Glasses!

After shopping, I am heading to an Open House for a new nonprofit, the Empowerment Foundation. They are inviting the community to learn more about how they plan to bring awareness and support for survivors of human trafficking. Their office and Open House are in the US Bank building on Tahoe Blvd.

One more thing about Thursday: Osteria has a winemaking dinner with ZD Winery.

Memorial Day

HANG ON! I haven’t even gotten to Memorial Day yet!

You know those big flag poles on the upper Village Green across from the Rec Center? They are a marker for the Veterans War Memorial. The groundbreaking for the monument is on Monday, along with the whole celebration honoring those who gave their lives in service to our country.

Thank you to Michael Gross, who spearheaded the fundraising and the effort to get the memorial approved.

Cornerstone Church is providing a free continental breakfast afterward for everyone. No need to be a Vet, just someone who wants to show respect to the armed services.

A big shout-out to the 4 veteran-related organizations in Incline:

• IVCB Vets Club
• MOAA
• PTSDNow!
• Onward Opps

One More Thing

Just consider this a long long weekend that extends to Tuesday.

Please plan to attend the Wildfire Preparedness and Mitigation seminar at the Chateau. Defensible Space and Firewise are more important than ever this year. Everyone is worried about fire and smoke because of the early spring.

Thanks to Kristie Wells, Casa Tua realtor and Community Advocate, for organizing this first-time event and bringing so many relevant organizations to the same room.

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Maybe it’s a Hallmark moment, but Mother’s Day, this Sunday, evokes memories from those childhood years, both for me as a child and as a mom with young children. Remember breakfast in bed? Those cute ceramic handprints or homemade cards? Going for brunch at the Hyatt used to be our tradition, too. The kids wore their Easter outfits again and found their “company behavior”. 

My 3 kids are in their early thirties now, with careers and the things one can do before children come along. Instead of waiting for grandchildren, I am finding opportunities to spend time with babies and young children who don’t mind having an extra grandma around!

No brunch at the Hyatt anymore, but I want to share a couple of other experiences there that are a family-friendly special treat. Last week, I went to the Hyatt’s Pasta Hour with Kristin Derrin, along with her two kids, Alexa and Jaydin. We watched them make pasta and then sampled it, along with charcuterie.  Adults got to sample wine too…. all complimentary!

Here’s another fun thing: Afternoon tea on the weekends. Again, this brings back memories…my kids loved tea parties. In a time when dress and occasions are so casual, Afternoon Tea at the Hyatt can be a mini experience, maybe even a Mother’s Day treat. 

Mother’s Day Brunch at the Grille at the Chateau! Call to make a reservation: 775.832-1178.

As a prelude to Restaurant Week coming up on May 16-25, I want to highlight some Incline restaurants.

At the Hyatt, Osteria has a great breakfast buffet, but also try their elegant Italian dinners. Cutthroats is very family-friendly and feels like a new place for great burgers. 

Big Water Grille: dinner and sunset is a great idea for Mother’s Day or anytime!

Sage Leaf and Crosby’s never disappoint. Tunnel Creek is a great brunch spot as well.

The cinnamon rolls at Happy Tiers are legendary… why not pick some up on Saturday for that breakfast-in-bed?!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers out there!

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Our largest growing demographic is arguably families. When I look at what’s going on right now with the public schools, Lake Tahoe School, and the Incline Education Fund, I get a little dizzy trying to keep track of it all, so pay attention!

Starting with the high school…

The ‘We The People’ constitutional debate team competed at the national level and took 10th place last weekend! This is a life-changing “rite of passage” that teaches students how to think, write, and talk professionally. And our little Village High School is a rock star in that competition nearly every year for the last 20 years. 

INCLINE HIGH SCHOOL 

CRAB FEST on Saturday, April 25

Think of this annual event as an all-school reunion. Yep, that means YOUNGER parents who can still fit into their letter jackets and sports attire will be there. Time to pass the torch for fundraising from “vintage” donors like Richard and me to the younger generation. I’ll be there, and I hope the thrift stores have old IHS T-shirts and things like that.

SCHOOL PLAY in the Duffield Theater on Friday, April 24

Maybe it’s not Broadway, but if your kids have never seen live theater, start here!

LAKE TAHOE SCHOOL

A program on Parenting Tech-savvy Kids (What a challenge!) is available to all parents courtesy of the Doyle Family Speaker Series.

Ending with the Littles…

Tahoe Connection For Families’ Teddy Bear Picnic on April 26 

It’s a little early this year, but it has an ind00or-outdoor location at Aspen Grove. At least, I hope they are opening that building! It could be snowing on those toddlers!

EARTH DAY at UNR@ Lake Tahoe campus on Friday

Lots of stuff for people of all ages who care about our environment. Stop by!

EWASTE AND LITHIUM BATTERY COLLECTION by Rotary Club

They do this every year. Bring all that stuff on Sunday to Ace Hardware between 10 and 3pm.

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