St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, located in Incline Village, is pleased to announce the availability of its newly refurbished parish hall/meeting room. With over 1,800 square feet of space, and a capacity of 130 persons, it’s a perfect place to hold meetings, parties or dinners. The meeting area has a commercial kitchen that is perfect for your cooking or catering needs!
This indoor meeting space is a complement to the outdoor sanctuary and amphitheater that the church remodeled in 2021. The 150-person outdoor event area features bench seating, outdoor sound and unsurpassed beauty. Already having hosted Tahoe’s Mark Twain and a series of weddings, the park-like setting under the trees provides a perfect Tahoe setting for all-kinds of events.
Located at 341 Village Blvd, steps from downtown and a short drive to the lake, the combination of outdoor and indoor meeting facilities is unmatched. And to make your planning complete, we are one of the few facilities that offers a “Plan B” in case your special event comes with Mountain rain, snow, sleet or hail. We can switch from outside to inside venues as quickly as the weather changes!
As part of the facility updates, St. Patrick’s opened its back deck and lower patio venue. With an upper deck capable of hosting 70 and a lower patio area capable of hosting up to 150 persons for dinner or entertainment, the combination of outdoor chapel and patio is an attractive site for locals and visitors alike. All outdoor venues can be equipped with outdoor heaters while the deck can feature umbrellas and lighting.
These amenities combined with a traditional sanctuary, indoor chapel and exquisitely appointed bride’s room provides unparalleled entertainment options
Interested in booking events? Call 775-831-1418 for more information
Welcome to the September edition of our eNews!As summer comes to an end, we want to thank everyone who has been engaged in the Cultivating Community process. This phase of of the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency’s (TRPA) housing work is about re-shaping regulations to reflect the balance of people and nature in Tahoe’s unique environment—a challenging and incredibly rewarding effort. As we head into fall, we’re weaving in the ideas so many of you shared over the summer and developing policy recommendations for review in an environmental impact statement. Review the Workshop 2 Summary to see how we’ve pulled that together.
Please join us at upcoming events in September and October detailed below to share your feedback on the policy recommendations we have distilled from the community’s input.
This months eNews highlights the ongoing engagement opportunities open to the public this fall, new housing programs in the region, and the reopening of our Community Academy Scholarship for the public.
Finally, starting later this month, TRPA Housing Outreach Coordinator Kaley Arboleda will be taking over this eNews, so look for upcoming emails in your inbox from Kaley.
Originally Published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 09/11/2025, Written by Kayla Anderson, Tahoe Magazine
Thanks to a high number of sunny days and abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities, people flock to Lake Tahoe to golf, bike ride, get married, eat good food, and most of all, be outside when the weather’s nice. Here are some of Incline Village/Crystal Bay’s best patios chosen for their views, ambiance, friendly staff, and/or exceptional fare:
Tahoe Gifting Co, Expands with New Event & Workshop Space – The Cut
September 10, 2025 | Member Submitted
Tahoe Gifting Co, known for its custom and artisan-made gifts, has expanded with a brand-new event and workshop venue called The Cut, located at 868 Tahoe Blvd, Ste 8, Incline Village—right next door to its retail shop.
The Cut offers three ways to enjoy it: private rentals for community, corporate, birthday, and bachelorette gatherings—with the option to bring in an artisan for a private workshop; Tahoe Gifting Co–hosted events such as spirits tastings and product launches; and hands-on workshops led by local artisans and the Tahoe Gifting Co team, ranging from candle making to ceramics and jewelry.
The community is invited to celebrate at The Cut’s grand opening party on September 20 at 6 pm. A calendar of events will be posted soon online and on the bulletin board between Suites 8 and 9.
Meanwhile, Tahoe Gifting Co’s retail shop remains a hub for unique gifts, continuing to offer custom holiday and large-scale gifting with nationwide shipping.
Tahoe Gifting Co.
Tahoe Gifting Co began in 2020 when founders Darya Shahvaran and Matthew Rautio set out to bring local artisans and small businesses together under one gifting roof—at a time when small businesses needed it most. As a woman- and veteran-owned business, their mission was to showcase the community’s creativity while making gifting feel personal and unique. Over time, Shahvaran layered in her graphic design background, and in December 2022 the company welcomed its laser engraver, affectionately named Ruth, which transformed the business by enabling personalized gifts from water bottles to cutting boards. By fall 2023, Chelsey Elkik joined the team, adding her creativity and heart, and today Tahoe Gifting Co stands as a circle of friends, partners, and collaborators who make it what it is.
In The News – What’s at the bottom of Lake Tahoe?: One team is preparing to show the world
September 9, 2025 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 09/04/2025, Written by Katelyn Welsh
Chase Petley rummages through the tool-laden shelves in his garage and proudly pulls out a cylinder marked by shattered glass.
“This is one of my favorite failures,” he says. It’s one of the 15 or so remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) he’s designed in his quest to explore the bottom of Lake Tahoe.
“If anyone knew what I knew about the bottom of the lake and [has] seen what I’ve seen,” Petley says, “it would be crazy not to be putting your whole life into building the equipment and grabbing the people, like I’ve done, to go and explore and show people.”
This is my favorite time of the year, when things start to quiet down but the weather is still nice and the lake is as warm as it’ll ever be before the snow starts to fall. It’s also the perfect time to catch up with friends at the farmers market, bike or hike along the East Shore Trail, or simply stroll around the streets of Incline taking in the public art.
As an art aficionado myself, I love that Incline Village has no shortage of public art and in recent years more has been coming on the scene. Therefore, now is the best time to check out these vibrant public art pieces scattered throughout town. Here are a few new and popular ones:
Highway 28/Highway 431 Roundabout Critters
Ten years ago, locals petitioned to fix the bottlenecks at highways 28 and 431, and then one of Nevada’s largest roundabouts was installed. To fill in the middle of the circle with something pleasing to look at, the Incline Roundabout Public Art nonprofit enlisted the help of June Towill Brown, a local sculptor. She created a bronze bear, deer, and coyote sculptures (donating about $250,000 of time and materials), which still stand today amongst the sagebrush and native plants.
“5 Kids in a Tree” at the Incline Village Library
If you can’t wait to crack open that book after you leave the library or are trying to finish one you’ve got, then the benches in front of the “5 Kids in a Tree” sculpture out front is a good place to relax and tuck into a novel. The detailed rambunctious bronze statue was created by Ken Ross and donated by longtime residents/book lovers Andrew Whyman and Barbara Perlman-Whyman.
“Buddha’s Eye” at UNR at Lake Tahoe
Originally established as a liberal arts college, 20 years ago, sculptor Robert Wick created and donated a bronze sculpture called “Buddha’s Eye” to the college. Wick’s public art sculptures reflect the union of land, architecture, and art, and this dynamic piece can be viewed in front of the Prim Library.
Trash to Treasure Painted Bear Boxes
Two years ago, Incline Middle School collaborated with the Incline Education Fund and UNR at Lake Tahoe to create a “Trash to Treasure” initiative, which involved promoting and participating in community cleanup days and then taking that collected trash and turning it into public art. This year, the school has expanded the effort, working with IVGID to paint bear boxes around town. The painted boxes represent a canvas for change and sustainability; a couple of them are at the softball fields and the Recreation Center.
New Tunnel Creek Café Mural and Signage
Those hiking or riding the Flume Trail above Tunnel Creek Cafe may notice a new forged metal sign and mural leading up to Flume Trail Bikes. Local artist Ryno had some paintings hanging up in Tunnel Creek Café, and the folks at Tunnel Creek worked with Flume Trail Bikes to hire Ryno to paint the mural.
The signs leading up there were recently created by Sustain Tahoe’s Jacquie Chandler and her partner to better direct people up to Flume Trail Bikes; the one at the entrance has a nice bench to sit under.
Around the same time that Ryno created the Flume Bike Trails mural, he also painted two colorful mountainscapes on the front of the Incline Storage buildings on Highway 28.
“I painted them both late last fall… it snowed a couple days right in the middle of each one which dragged it a little longer than expected. My inspiration came from old retro ski posters from the 70’s Everyone just wants either Tahoe landscapes or bears up here so I try to at least paint them differently than the normal since I’m rarely able to paint in my forte.”
Natural Grocers Community Mural
Last year when the new Natural Grocers opened, the Colorado-based company teamed up with Kings Beach artist Sara Smith, known for her intricate animal portraits, to paint a mural on the side of their new building facing Highway 28. With the help of some high scaffolding, she filled the top part near the roofline with an image of our crystal clear blue lake and Tahoe’s animals/pollinators, then invited the community to come out and leave their mark on the lower half. In late August of 2024, people picked out stencils and paint then got to work on their creations, filling in the blank wall. If you ever drive by, look at the wall and find the brown bunny sitting in the grass…it was created by yours truly.
Get Out and Find Some Art
There are a few other public art pieces in town, but these are some of the newer, more well-known ones. The best thing to do is to get out, walk around, and see how many you can find!
In The News – Construction underway on new Tahoe Meadows access ramp
September 9, 2025 | Member Submitted
Originally published in the Tahoe Daily Tribune, 9/9/2025, Staff Report
Construction is now underway to build an accessibility ramp in the Tahoe Meadows off Mt. Rose Highway. This new ramp will help everyone, including those with mobility challenges, access more than half a mile of boardwalk trail.
Crews from Granite Construction will be working in the area for the next few weeks. During this time, the stairs to the boardwalks will be closed. Visitors can still access the Meadows via the Ophir Creek Trail, also known as the Tahoe Rim Trail Connector.
The Tahoe Fund partnered with the Tahoe Meadows Access Ramp Committee on a fundraising campaign to build an accessibility ramp. The NV Energy Foundation, the Keyser Foundation and dozens of Tahoe Fund donors helped to meet a $75,000 match provided by Steven and Sandy Hardie to make this project happen.
As the 2025–26 school year kicks off, each of Incline Village’s public schools has exciting news to share.
Incline Elementary School Incline Elementary is thrilled to welcome new principal Sarah Zabel. Principal Zabel brings a wealth of experience, a deep commitment to student learning, and a passion for building a positive school environment where every child feels supported and inspired. She believes strongly in the power of community and already has a number of family-friendly events in the works—so stay tuned for some fun opportunities to get involved.
Incline Middle School The hallmark Exploratory Program is rolling out fresh offerings this quarter, giving students the chance to try new skills and experiences both in- and outside the classroom. Current options include: Culinary, Bowling, Financial Literacy, Construction, Textile Arts, Mountain Biking, Bear Box Beautification, Swimming, Tennis, Leadership, and Mentoring. These hands-on explorations not only spark curiosity but also build creativity, teamwork, and confidence.
Incline High School At Incline High, Principal Cahill is celebrating a strong start to the year. The school has already hosted its Back to School Night and Club Fair, and Homecoming is just around the corner—don’t miss the football game on Friday, September 19, and the student dance on Saturday. In addition, IHS has launched an exciting new after-school Theater Program that will count for PE credits. This marks the return of drama to the high school, with a fall production already in the works.
From new leadership to fresh programs, Incline’s public schools are off to an inspiring start. Here’s to a year of learning, connection, and community spirit!
Tahoe Forest Health System is excited to welcome the community to the Annual Fall Fun Run on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Truckee Regional Park. This family-friendly event celebrates the spirit of “Walk-tober” with opportunities for participants of all ages and abilities to run, walk, or race along the scenic Legacy Trail.
The morning begins with packet and bib pickup from 7:30 to 8:30 am at the Truckee Regional Park, followed by staggered race starts beginning at 9:00 am Runners can choose from three distances: a 10K, a 5K, or a 1-mile run/walk. Each course starts and finishes in the Regional Park and takes participants along the beautiful Truckee River on the Legacy Trail. The routes include gentle elevation changes, with the 5K and 10K incorporating a dirt-path segment for a bit of extra challenge.
After crossing the finish line, every participant will receive a finisher medal and a celebratory beverage, with a choice of beer or hop water provided by FiftyFifty Brewing. Post-race festivities run from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and include live music, delicious food available for purchase, and time to gather with friends and family.
Registration is open now at https://runsignup.com/tfhsfallfunrun. To secure early-bird pricing, participants are encouraged to register before October 3, 2025, when rates will increase. Costumes are encouraged!
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About Tahoe Forest Health System
Tahoe Forest Health System, which includes Tahoe Forest Hospital in Truckee, CA, and Incline Village Community Hospital in Incline Village, NV, offers 24-hour emergency care, a Level III trauma center, three urgent care clinics, and primary and specialty care clinics throughout Truckee and North Lake Tahoe, including Tahoe Forest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, the Gene Upshaw Memorial Tahoe Forest Cancer Center, and the Joseph Family Center for Women and Newborn Care. With a strong focus on high-quality patient care, community collaboration, clinical excellence, and technical innovation, Tahoe Forest Health System strives to be the health system of choice in our region and the best mountain health system in the nation. For a complete list of physician specialties and services, visit www.tfhd.com.
