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April 2007 - Lake Tahoe Events

© Connie K. Vogel

[General Events, Ski Resort Events]

January 1-April 15
- Topaz Lake Fishing Derby
  - The derby is open to anyone (21 years or older) with a valid fishing license. Tagged fish worth $50, $100, $500 and $1,000 are out there for the catching. Tagged fish should be taken to the Topaz General Store for verification by a Topaz Lodge official to receive the tagged amount instantly. Weekly winners will receive a cash prize for the largest trout weighing 2 pounds or more.
  - Topaz Lake, Topaz Lodge and Casino, Gardnerville, NV. Call: (775) 266-3338 for more information.
February 17-June 29, 2007
- 2007 USBC Storm Bowlers Journal Championships
  - Estimated $250,000.00 Prize Fund
  - Tournament hours 10:00am-5:30pm M-F and 10:00am-10:00pm Saturday and Sunday
  - Sponsored by the Grand Sierra Resort & Casino, 2500 E. Second St., Reno, NV - Call: (775) 328-1500 for more information and Reservations.
April 1, 3
- Master Classics 6: Season Finale 2007
  - Duke Ellington Suite from The River, George Friderick Handel Concerto for Harp, featuring Jeremy Keppelmann, Harp
    Hector Berlioz Symphonie Fantastique (Symphonie Fantastique presented by Jill Brandin and Durian Pingree).
  - Sunday at 4pm and Tuesday at 7:30pm, tickets: $24-58. Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, Reno, NV. E-mail or Call: (775) 686-6600 for more information.
April 5
- Strings in the Schools Spring Concert
  - Carson City Symphony's Youth Orchestra directed by Sue Kitts, with special guests, the Damonte Middle School Orchestra, directed by Don Brown, perform classics to folk tunes at 7pm at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada, 813 N. Carson St., Carson City, NV - Admission is free. Call: (775) 267-6924 for more information.
April 8
- Easter Egg Hunt
  - Genoa Park, Genoa, NV. Call: (775) 782-8696 for more information.
April 12-15
- CSTV 2nd annual Collegiate Nationals
  - A college championship showcase featuring more than 2,000 of the nation’s top young athletes competing in a four-day series of high-endurance sporting events. The competition brings together athletes from 40 different colleges and universities around the country that participate in non-traditional sports such as wakeboarding, snowboarding, kayaking, boxing and beach volleyball.
  - Takes place at a variety of locations throughout Reno including the Truckee River Whitewater Park.
  - Call: (775) 827-7654 for more information.
April 14
- The Pointer Sisters
  - Showtime is 8:00pm - Ticket prices $35.00-$70.00
  - Silver Legacy Resort Casino, Grande Exposition Hall, Reno, Nevada - Call: (775) 325-7396
April 14-15
- Reno Chamber Orchestra presents Phillip Ruder and Theodore Kuchar
  - Theodore Kuchar is one of the most prolifically recorded conductors of his generation, with over 90 compact discs on the Brilliant Classics, Naxos and Marco Polo labels and Phillip Ruder made his solo debut with the Chicago Symphony at age twelve, receiving both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the Hartt College of Music in Connecticut.
  - Tickets: $15.00-$44.00. Show times are Saturday at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm at the Nightingale Concert Hall at 1664 N Virginia Street, Church Fine Arts Complex at the University of Nevada, Reno campus.
  - E-mail or Call: (775) 348-9413 for more information.
April 16
- Nancy Grace - Amazing Grace
  - As the host of her self titled CNN Headline News show, Nancy Grace is one of television's most respected legal analysts. She challenges guests on controversial and high-profile legal issues from her unique perspective as a former violent crimes prosecutor and crime victim herself. Nancy Grace is fiercely passionate, provocative, and primed for action...especially against the defence!
  - Doors open at 6:30pm, show begins at 7:30pm. Tickets: $53.90-75.90. Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, Reno, NV. E-mail or Call: (775) 686-6600 for more information.
April 20-21
- The Alan Parsons Live Project
  - 8:00pm at John Ascuga's Nugget, Celebrity Showroom - Tickets $35.oo
  - As recording engineer for Pink Floyd's legendary "Dark Side Of The Moon," producer for a number of artists including Al Stewart, Pilot and Ambrosia, and the main force behind multi-platinum albums by the Alan Parsons Project, Alan became one of the most influential artists of our time. The magic continues—live in concert—with the electrifying performances of the Alan Parson Live Project.
  - Call: (800) 648-1177 for more information
April 21
- Churchill Arts Center presents Janiva Magness
  - The Best Contemporary Female Blues Artist for 2006, this dynamic vocalist has one of the richest voices in roots music. Often likened to Etta James, Billie Holliday and Koko Taylor, Janiva is equal parts soulful ballad singer, blues shouter and plaintive folk crooner.
  - Barkley Theatre at Oats Park Art Center is located at 151 East Park Street, Fallon. Tickets are $17.00 CAC members; $20.00 non-members.
  - Call: (775) 423-1440 for more information
- The Silver Legacy presents Brian Regan
  - Brian Regan is one of the hottest comedians performing today and audiences keep coming back time and again. Brian won the 1996 American Comedy Award for Best Comedian and in 1997 released his CD, "Brian Regan Live." He starred in his own comedy specials for Showtime and Comedy Central and was featured in Coca Cola's Concession Stand Comedy in movie theaters throughout the country.
  - Showtime at 8pm, Grande Exposition Hall, Silver Legacy, Reno, NV. E-mail or Call: (800) 687-8733 for more information.
April 25
- 13th Annual Comedy Tribute to Admin Professionals
  - Lunch & Laughs with Kat Simmons, presented by Minden Rotary.
  - Cost is $30 per person (includes lunch, tax, gratuity and show). Doors open at 11:30 am, lunch at 12pm and comedy show from 12:45 to 1:30 pm. This event always sells out early.
  - Shannon Ballroom, Carson Valley Inn. Call: (775) 783-6216, 782-2208, or 782-0195 for more information.
April 26-28
- Reno Jazz Festival
  - The Reno Jazz Festival ranks as one of the largest and most vibrant jazz festivals of its kind in the nation, attracting thousands of participants each year. The annual festival hosts hundreds of performances and clinics featuring jazz artists from around the nation, along with middle school, high school and college groups from around the west.
  - Call: (775) 784-4046 for more information.
April 27
- Willie Nelson
  - The iconic Texan is the creative genius behind historic recordings like "Crazy," "Hello Walls," "Red Headed Stranger" and "Stardust." As a songwriter and performer, Willie Nelson has played a vital role in country music. Although he didn't reach star status until the mid 70's, Nelson spent the 60's writing songs that became hits for stars like Ray Price ("Night Life"), Patsy Cline ("Crazy"), and Faron Young ("Hello Walls") as well as releasing a series of records that earned him a small, but devoted cult following.
  - Ticket Prices - $80, $65 and $55
  - Silver Legacy Resort Casino, Grande Exposition Hall, Reno, Nevada - Call: (775) 325-7396 for more information
April 27-28, May 2-6
- The Nevada Repertory Company presents Cyrano de Bergerac
  - Edmond Rostand’s celebrated heroic comedy paints a glorious portrait of seventeenth century poet, wit, and swordsman, Cyrano de Bergerac, famous for his panache and ludicrous nose. Reluctant, through fear of ridicule, to declare his love for Roxane, Cyrano does so indirectly, by wooing her for the inept, though handsome, Christian, who also loves her and with whom she falls in loves in return. Cyrano’s self-sacrificing gesture for his young friend precipitates a lyrical adventure and grand love story unparalleled in dramatic literature. Eternally dashing, proud, and romantic, Cyrano is one of the theatre’s most memorable figures and his story is one of the best loved. By Edmond Rostand and directed by Dr. Jim Bernardi
  - Showtime is 7:30pm except on May 6 at 1:30pm in the Redfield Proscenium Theatre at the University of Nevada, Reno at 1664 N. Virginia St., Reno, NV. Call: (775) 784-4444 for more information. Tickets: $13-17 per person.
April 27, 29
- The Nevada Opera presents Orpheus In The Underworld
  - A satirical spoof on a tale of true love based on the classic legend of Orpheus and Eurydice. Orpheus in the Underworld takes the form of a zany romp through this world and the mythological world of the gods. Critics have called Orpheus in the Underworld a much-appreciated but rarely performed masterpiece. Nevada Opera takes pride in being the first opera company in America to present Orpheus in the new critical edition by French musicologist and conductor, Jean-Christophe Keck. Conducted by Michael Borowitz. Not for younger audiences.
  - Tickets: $35-$85, performance begins at 8pm on Friday and 2pm on Sunday. Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 South Virginia Street, Reno, NV. E-mail or Call: (775) 786-4046 or (877) 840-0457 for more information.
April 28
- Folies Bergere
  - The Montbleu Theatre presents the famous Folies Bergere, the longest running show in Vegas arrives at the Montbleu Resort.
  - Showtime: 7:00 & 10:00pm - Tickets: $30.00+ tax
  - Montbleu Resort, Stateline, NV - Call: (800) 648-3353 for more information or tickets.
April 28-29
- The Grand Prix at Virginia City
  - Get Ready for the West's best Grand Prix in 2007! Sponsered by the Virginia City Motorcycle Club
  - Virginia City, NV - E-mail or Call: (775) 530-6738 for more information.

Ski Resort Event Information

[Alpine Meadows, Diamond Peak, Donner Ski Ranch, Heavenly, Homewood, Kirkwood, Northstar-at-Tahoe, Sierra-at-Tahoe, Squaw Valley USA, Sugar Bowl, Tahoe Donner, Tahoe XC]

Alpine Meadows Special Events (530) 583-4232

April 1
- Far West Masters GS (starts March 31)
- Sundays in the Park Jam Series
April 7, 14, 21, 22 and 28
- Music at the Meadows Concert Series
April 8
- Kids Easter Egg Hunt
- Adults Easter Egg Hunt
- Kids Easter Race
April 8, 15, 22, and 29
- Sundays in the Park Jam Series
April 15
- Community Benefit Day
April 21
- Snow Golf Tournament
April 28
- Mad Cow Downhill

Diamond Peak Special Events (775) 831-3211

April 1
- 7th Annual Downhill Dummy
  - a day of fool’s at Diamond Peak... it’s the 7th Annual Dummy Downhill. Build a dummy on skis or snowboards and launch it off a huge jump. Prizes will be awarded in many different categories including most creative dummy and best crash. Enter a dummy and you'll get a free commemorative T-shirt and can purchase a lift ticket to ski for the day for only $15 (limit 4 per dummy). We invite everyone to build a dummy, it's free to register and free to watch! Register Dummies between 9am and 11 am at the Base Lodge. Dummies will be judged on creativity at 11am and the jumping will begin at noon. An award ceremony will follow along with live music.
  - Dummy builders are encouraged to be as creative as they can. The following restrictions apply to all dummies: they can not be live, must not weigh more than 75 lbs. and can not have sharp or protruding objects. Teams that build their dummies to lose parts as they crash will be required to clean up afterward. At least one person from each team must be available to transport and/or unload their dummy at the top of the launch.
  - Check out video highlights from 2006!
April 7 and 14
- Last Tracks
  - After a great day on the slopes, enjoy wine tasting and appetizers while taking in the incredible views from the mid-mountain Snowflake Lodge. Then ski or snowboard down a freshly groomed slope for your last run of the day. Tickets are $25. Every Saturday from February 10 through April 14. Order your tickets online for Last Tracks.
April 14
- Hawaiian Shirt Day
  - Come ski in your favorite Hawaiian shirt and get your lift ticket for only $20! Hawaiian Luau on the deck at lunch time.
April 15
- Tentative Closing Day
- Passholder Appreciation Day
  - As a thank you to all of you that have purchased Diamond Peak Season passes, FREE BBQ LUNCH! Check in with us in the base lodge between 11am and 1pm and we'll give you a free ticket for the BBQ.
- Community Appreciation Day
  - Everyone who lives within a 50 mile radius is invited to ski all day for only $15! Local photo ID required.

Donner Ski Ranch Special Events (530) 426-3635

Heavenly Special Events (775) 586-7000

April 7
- Glen Plake will host Heavenly’s fourth-annual mogul marathon on North America’s toughest black-diamond bump run – The Gunbarrel. The event is designed to incorporate Plake’s passion for freestyle.
April 14
- Cool off this spring at Heavenly’s Pond Skimming event. Come out and see who can make it across the slush pond without getting wet!
April 22
- Last day of public lift and facility operations. See you next year!

Homewood Mountain Resort Special Events (530) 525-2992

April 1
- SnoJam '07
  - Sponsored by Babybel and SlimJim
April 2
- Senior Moment Monday
April 7
- Easter Extravaganza
March 9
- Senior Moment Mondays
  - Seniors all day clinic

Kirkwood Special Events (209) 258-6000

April 6-8
- Kirkwood Jammin' XIV
  - Kirkwood's annual slopeside Spring Break Party is great fun for the whole family, whether participating or simply spectating. Pond skimming, big air comps, rail jams, snow volleyball and lots of crazy kids' activities make this a spring classic.
  - For more information (209) 258-7406.
April 7
- Steeps One Day Clinic
  - Successful steep skiing involves 2 things, skills and confidence. Certified guides offer tips on finding the right line, having a back-up plan, how to read a slope and terrain selection. Participants learn to take on Kirkwood's legendary terrain with free flowing style and grace.
  - For more information contact Expedition HQ (209) 258-7360.
- Women's One Day Ski Clinic
  - Join Kirkwood's top female guides as the share their secrets to all mountain skiing & success. For strong intermediate through expert women skiers only.
  - For more information contact Expedition HQ (209) 258-7360.
- One Day Co-ed Burton Snowboard Clinic
  - This one day clinic specializes in helping riders develop the skills and techniques needed to tackle any mountain and all terrain aspects, and is designed with the individual's comfort level in mind. For intermediate through expert riders only.
  - For more information contact Expedition HQ (209) 258-7360.
April 8
- Non-Denominational Church Service
  - The Wall Bar at 9am.
- Easter Egg Hunt on the Village Plaza
  - Wear your Easter best, bring a basket and come out for the hunt of over 1200 eggs hidden by helpers of the Easter Bunny! Starting at 10am.
- Kirkwood Cup Series - Banked Slalom
  - Held in Snowsnake Gully, one of the only natural banked slalom courses in the country, this event is one of the most popular among skiers and snowboarders and is limited to the first 100 sign-ups.
  - Registration is from 8am-10am in Red Cliffs Lodge; course inspection is at 10am with a riders meeting at 10:30, events start at 11am. Awards will be held in Red Cliffs Lodge.
  - For more information and for registration contact (209) 258-7406.
- Backcountry Awareness Clinic
  - Learn the basic skills needed to venture into the backcountry in this six-hour course, including avalanche awareness and avoidance, equipment usage, snow observation and safe terrain travel. Clinics are lead by Expedition Guides and Pro Patrollers. Limited to 12 participants; strong intermediate and up skill level needed.
  - For more information contact Expedition HQ (209) 258-7360.
April 14-15
- AIARE Avalanche Level 1 Course
  - This 2 day Level 1 Course is taught under the guidelines of the American Institute of Avalanche Research & Education. This course provides students with the basics for proper decision making while in the backcountry or chairlift accessed backcountry skiing & riding. Skiers, snowboarders and telemark skiers are encouraged to attend.
  - For more information contact Expedition HQ (209) 258-7360.
- Two Day Children's Camp
  - New for the 2006/2007 season! This camp will provide your child with a fun, safe learning environment and a team style atmosphere. Each group will tackle terrain and skills sets are base upon ability and snow conditions.
  - For more information or details contact Expedition HQ at (209) 258-7360.
April 15
- Kirkwood Cup Series - Slopestyle
  - The Stomping Grounds terrain park is the venue for this fun event. Watch competitors hit a series of table tops, a section of rails and then finish off with the quarter pipe. Style points count!
  - Registration is from 8am-10am in the Village Plaza. Riders meeting at 10:30, event starting at 11am.
  - For more information contact (209) 258-7406.
April 22
- Kirkwood Cup Series - Rail Jam
  - This is a great event to watch from the Plaza, jibbers run JAM format, hitting different rails as many times as they can in a 20 minute session.
  - Registration is from 8am-10an in the Village Plaza. Riders meeting at 10:30, event starting at 11am. Awards will be held on the Plaza. Cost is $20.

Mt. Rose Special Events (775) 849-0704

April 7
- Dummy Downhill
  - Mt. Rose - Ski Tahoe opens the gate to high-flying, speed demons of every shape and size, with ONE CATCH. NO live pulse can accompany any entry. Witness pure lunacy as dummies compete for the best run down Show-Off, directly in front of the Mt. Rose main lodge.
  - Recieve 4 FREE lift tickets with public (non-staff) entry! Registration is from 8:30 - 10:30 at the main lodge. Don't miss the fun!

Northstar-at-Tahoe Special Events (530) 562-1010

April 1
- Full Moon Snowshoe Tour
  - Only $25, snowshoe rentals are available for an additional $5. Tours will depart from The North Face store in the Village at Northstar at 6pm, and will cover approximately 5km of terrain. Guests will enjoy hot chocolate and s’mores along the way, and a bonfire in the meadows.
April 1-5
- USASA National Championships
April 2-6
- College Week!
  - College students receive discounted lift tickets.
April 8
- Easter Festivities!
  - Egg toss, fun race, egg hunt and the Easter Bunny.
April 9-13
- College Week!
April 14
- Pinball Rally "The Final"
  - Northstar-at-Tahoe Freestyle Event.
April 15
- Last Day for Skiing!

Sierra-at-Tahoe Special Events (530) 659-7453

Squaw Valley USA Special Events (530) 583-6985

April 1
- Fools Frugal Feast at High Camp.
  - All you can eat- fools welcome! Hear Ye, Here Ye! In the renaissance tradition, High Camp will present the second annual Fools’ Frugal Feast, an all-you-can-eat sunset session featuring big plates of ribs, all the fixin’s, and of course, the optional secret High Camp Grog to wash it down. Includes the Cable Car ride.
- 18th Annual Billy Dutton Uphill
  - Get up and out early to ski, run or snowshoe over 3.2 miles up to High Camp during this memorial event and fund raiser for the North Tahoe High School Nordic Team. Call: (530) 583-6985 for more information.
April 5
- Squaw Valley Challenge Finals
  - Come on out for the Championships This is the culmination of the season long series. Great prizes in ski, board and telemark divisions. There is a last chance qualifier 10am-11am Sunday to qualify one competitor into each category. Finals are following, from 11am-1pm. Reception at Le Chamois 3:30pm. Call: (530) 583-6985 for more information.
April 7
- Night Operations Scheduled Closing
  - Tonight is the last chance to enjoy night skiing, snowboarding and ice skating for the winter season.
April 8
- High Camp and the Cable Car and all lifts close at 4pm.
  - Call: (530) 583-6985 for more information.
- Easter Services
  - Enjoy a beautiful Sunrise Service overlooking Lake Tahoe at 7:30 am at High Camp. To catch the free cable car ride to High Camp, please be at the cable car by 7am (no skis or snowboards permitted). Tahoe Resorts Ministries hosts a service at 2pm by the Cross at the top of Links. Or enjoy a traditional service at the Squaw Valley Chapel at 10am.
April 13-15
- Squaw Valley Spring Jam Events, Sunshine and Parties
  - This event brings Squaw Valley to roar with on-mountain competitions, live music, spring skiing fun and wacky events. Call: (530) 583-6985
April 14
- Snowbomb & Squaw Presents The Sick & Twisted Halfpipe
  - Expo Come out and celebrate Squaw's Spring Jam with a halfpipe competition that will knock your socks off! This is your chance to showcase your talent in one of the sickest pipes on the planet!