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Happy New Year 2026 | North Lake Tahoe

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Happy New Year 2026 | North Lake Tahoe     

Hello 2026!!! A new day, a new year, and another year behind us!  

Bringing in 2026, as a new year, means we are now much closer to 2030, than we were to 2020. It feels like this decade is flying by!  

So many changes, and yet so many things stay the same.  A lot of joy and sadness wrapped up into just 365 days!  

As each year passes, my appreciation for seeing old friends, and having new adventures adds to the gratitude I have for everything in my life.  

I value the past, as I move forward into each new day.  I try to remember those that have touched and influenced my life in those quite moments during the day, that remind us that there are no guarantees for a tomorrow.  

Today is January 1, 2026, and just like that, another new year has already begun!

As you make your plans and set your goals for the upcoming new year, and beyond, be sure to make time for the activities, things, and tasks that really matter to you. 

Stop and cherish the moments that you’ll look back on as “the good old days”, which are the days you are living through today!  

The sun rose at 7:20 a.m. here in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Tahoe City – Truckee, California area on January 1, 2026. 

It looks like it will be a beautiful day here in the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee, CA area with sunshine and day time temperatures in the mid30’s with heavy, wet snow on the ground, and more snow on the way!.  

The days are still very short and with only 9 hours and 30 minutes of daylight before the sunset at 4:49 p.m.!

It is my New Year’s wish that every day in 2026 brings you prosperity, healthy days, laughter, joy, and a reason to celebrate!  

Where ever the road in life takes you this year, I hope your travel and journey will be a safe one!

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year 2026 | North Lake Tahoe, California!      

If this is the year to get a second home in the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee, California area and make that dream come true, call me!  I can help you find the right place to buy!

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BROKER ASSOCIATE |Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
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North Lake Tahoe Shortest Day of the Year | December 21, 2025

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North Lake Tahoe Shortest Day of the Year | December 21, 2025

It’s here!  Today is the shortest day of the year in the North Lake Tahoe, California area, Sunday, December 21, 2025!

Our days have been short of sunshine and darkness comes early.  I miss our long sunny days!

Starting tomorrow, we will gain about two (2) additional minutes of daylight.

To most people, that doesn’t seem like such a big deal – two (2) extra minutes of sunshine a day! However, in thirty (30) days, that almost one (1) extra hour of sunshine, so yes, those two (2) extra minutes are important as we begin that march back towards the longest day of 2026, which will be Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 1:24 a.m.!

The seasons have changed, and while we await the first big snow storm of the season, it’s time to enjoy the last few days of 2025!  

Here are some more dates to mark on your calendar: 

  • End of this year is Wednesday, December 31, 2025, just 11 days are left in this year, including today
  • The beginning of a new year, Thursday, January 1, 2026, at the stroke of midnight only 12 days from today.  
  • Ready for the next time change to set your clocks ahead one hour Sunday, March 8, 2026 (first Sunday in March, just  78 days away. 
  • The longest day of the year in 2026 | Sunday, June 21, 2026: That’s only 183 days | or 4,392 hours | or 263,520 minutes, from the beginning of today! 

Time does fly by, and each day becomes an opportunity to be a great new memory, so now is the time to make your plans, goals, and dreams for 2026!  

I hope you make the most out of the holidays, and enjoy a better year ahead of you here in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area!

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Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE, Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker | Tahoe City – Truckee, CA

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Time Change – Fall Back Sunday, November 2, 2025

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Time Change – Fall Back Sunday, November 2, 2025

It’s hard to believe that it is November and it is time to change our clocks – again!  On Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 2 a.m. Daylight Savings Time will end! 

This may be an outdated process for most of us, as most of your electronic items will automatically change and re-set themselves back one hour, but if you have any manual wall clocks, or cars that require you to manually make the change, get ready to set your clock back one hour this Sunday!

On Saturday afternoon I will re-set all of our clocks back one hour in anticipation of the 2 a.m. time change on Sunday morning!

As the old saying goes “Fall Back” (gain an hour by setting your clocks back one hour) and in the Spring, “Spring forward (lose an hour by setting your clocks ahead one hour) still applies!

We had such a wonderful Summer season, and our Fall weather has been amazing, that it is hard to believe that November is here and our winter snow storms are right around the corner!

If you live, or have a home here in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Truckee, California area you will need to change your clocks on either Saturday evening before you go to bed, or first thing on Sunday morning.

Here’s my list of things to do this weekend:

  • Change Time Setting our traditional and digital clocks in our home, office, and cars (turn back one hour). 
  • Smoke alarms.  Check all smoke alarms to make sure they are still working. 
    • Did you remember to write the date placed in service on the back of the device?  An easy way to keep track of how old they are and if they need to be replaced is by writing the date on the back, or top of the device (I use some tape and write the date on it).
    • It is recommended that you have a smoke alarm in each bedroom, and outside in the hall, along with having at least one on each floor.  
  • Carbon monoxide alarms/detectors should all be checked to make sure they are still working. 
    • While you are only required to have a carbon monoxide alarm on each floor, I’ve been adding a new carbon monoxide alarm to each room in our home. 
    • Write the date you put the alarm into service so you’ll know when to replace it.
  • Fire extinguishers (check to make sure they haven’t been moved and/or damaged).  
  • Security devices or Items that use a battery and are wireless (security cameras, video doorbells, exterior/interior lights), yes, it is time to check them to make sure they are secure and still have plenty of battery life.  Our cold weather does shorten the useful life and requires more frequent charges.
  • Flashlights (working, extra batteries), candles, matches, lighters, short-term lighting devices. 
    • Having a flashlight in each room and by each door is easy to do and makes it easy to find when you need them.  Recent power outages remind me that the power can go out at any time, so it helps to be prepared.
  • Back-up charger devices for cell phones/laptops (if they have a solar option for re-charging that’s always a bonus) are out and fully charged.
  • Canned goods/emergency food supplies/water – We’ve been pretty good about rotating our inventory, but it’s time to have more items on hand, especially as we move into the colder/winter weather season.  Are you prepared for an extended emergency?  
  • Batteries –  Flashlights, and other items require batteries and in checking our supply we were out of AAA batteries.  Recent supply shortages are a reminder to re-stock up as soon as possible to be ready for the upcoming winter season.
  • Photos | Update photographs of our home, property, contents in closets, kitchen, etc… so we’ll have evidence on the condition and contents for our insurance company, just in case something happens. 
    • Exterior pictures of the roof and grounds are also helpful to have in case of damage from the upcoming winter season.
  • Insurance | Time to call our insurance broker to make sure we have enough coverage to rebuild. 
    • Building costs have skyrocketed in the great North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area, and we’ve made more improvements, so it is important to make sure our cost to rebuild on a per square foot basis is accurate. 
    • Our Insurance Brokers also reminds us we need to make sure we’ve met the 80%+ insured value and are not underinsured, which could cause us to not be fully insured.  If you haven’t spoken to your insurance broker in a while, make the call and make sure you’re up-to-date.
  • Evacuation plan |  We live within a high wildfire area and the wildfires in South Lake Tahoe a few summers ago were a big wake-up call and a reminder to plan ahead.  If you haven’t mapped out several ways out of your Tahoe home and area, now is the time to do so. 
    • Have you established a meet-up location outside of the area? 
    • Have you identified a friend/family member that lives outside of the area that everyone can call and check in with once they are in a safe place?
    • Taking a few minutes now to make sure your household has an emergency plan, and you know what to do once you are in a safe place, can provide peace of mind later knowing that everyone is safe and it will allow you to work on the next steps of reuniting. 

Now is the time to make sure you are organized and ready for the next season, or challenge in life!

Take advantage of this timely reminder to not only change your clocks but to do some routine safety checks, along with taking care of your final fall/winter home preparation!

Upcoming future dates to keep in mind from Sunday, November 2, 2025:

  • Next time Change:  126 days – Sunday, March 8. 2026 | Spring Forward, Lose One Hour of Sleep
  • Shortest Day of the Year:  49 days – Sunday, December 21, 2025 | Winter Solstice
  • New Year’s Day January 1, 2026 –  60 days | Beginning of a new year!
  • Longest Day of the Year 2026 – 231 days – Sunday, June 21, 2026 | Summer Solstice
  • Next Fall Time Change:  364 days – Sunday, November 1, 2026 | Fall Back and Gain that Extra Hour – Again!

It has been another year of changes and fun, unexpected surprises! 

Now more than ever is the time to take a moment and appreciate today, and those around you that make it special.  The past has happened, tomorrow never happens, so make the most of today – the here and now! 

If you live in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Tahoe City area, it’s time to set your clocks back this Sunday, November 2, 2025!

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Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE | Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
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Made in Tahoe Fall Festival – Olympic Valley 2025

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Made in Tahoe Fall Festival – Olympic Valley 2025

It’s Fall  here in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area!

The leaves are changing color, and the daytime temperatures have really cooled off!

If you missed the Made in Tahoe Spring Festival back in May 2025, here is your second chance to check out the Made in Tahoe Fall Festival – Olympic Valley 2025 event on Saturday, October 11, 2025 and Sunday, October 12, 2025 at the Village at Palisades Tahoe!

Our Tahoe Fall season is my favorite time of year.  Our weather is still great, and the summer crowds are long gone! 

While are days are cooler, you’ll want to dress in layers and be prepared to enjoy the changing of the seasons!

The Made in Tahoe events are a great way to buy items that are either made in the local Lake Tahoe Basin  – greater Truckee area, or they are inspired by our local beauty.

You’ll find this festival is loaded with arts, crafts, exhibits, music, entertainment, and local food and drink vendors, in addition to the Village restaurants, bars, and shops to choose from, and the admission to the event is FREE!

This semi-annual Made in Tahoe event will give you the chance to shop local and enjoy being up here in the North Lake Tahoe area.

It’s a great way to find that special gift for that hard-to-please loved-one, or a way to treat yourself, along with supporting Tahoe artisans and businesses!

Along with shopping the vendors, eating and drinking that you can do, you’ll also enjoy listening to variety of local music all day long!

Need more inspiration?  You’ll find jewelry, paintings, pottery, glassware, clothing, and so much more! You never know what you’ll find at our local fairs and festivals so you won’t want to miss this one.

The Made in Tahoe event will also have a number of local food and beer vendors, so if shopping isn’t your thing to do, but eating and drinking is, then you’ll still have a fun afternoon out!

Here are the event details: 
Made in Tahoe Fall Festival – Olympic Valley October 11th and 12th, 2025

  • When: 
    • Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Where:  The Village at Palisades Tahoe, 1960 Olympic Valley Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146
  • Cost:  Admission – FREE

For more information check out Made in Tahoe Fall Festival.

See you at the Made in Tahoe Festival at the Village in Olympic Valley this weekend!

Don’t forget our local Farmer’s Markets will continue on for a few more weeks, weather permitting in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area :

Thinking about making Olympic Valley your second home? 

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Need more help in trying to figure out your North Lake Tahoe and Olympic Valley condo buying options? 

Do you want help figuring out the HOA fees and which condo development will best meet your needs? 

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For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE | North Lake Tahoe-Truckee Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker | Tahoe City – Truckee, CA

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Annual Truckee Wine Walk – 2025

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Annual Truckee Wine Walk – 2025

This weekend is the Historic Downtown Annual Truckee Wine Walk and Shop- 2025 event, Saturday, October 4, 2025!

The Downtown Truckee Wine Walk and Shop  event has become a favorite way to end our amazing Noth Lake Tahoe – Truckee area summer season!

For many Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start to the summer season, but for me, the Tahoe City Wine Walk, which was held the first weekend in June 2025, which was my unofficial start to our warm weather season here in Lake Tahoe, CA!

So how do I end this fabulous season here in the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area?  Attend the Truckee Wine Walk and Shop event during the first weekend in October to mark the end to a great summer season!

This annual event is big, and brings in over 1,000 participants to sip, sample, and enjoy a day of being in downtown Historic Truckee. 

This event is also a benefit for a local organization, and this year, it is the Tahoe Food Hub, a non-profit deidcated to building a food system that supports regenerative farming practices and increases local food access.

Attendees should dress in layers and be prepared to be warm in the sunshine, but it also means that you’ll want a light jacket, or sweater for the shade, or if the wind picks up.  The weather forecast has temperatures in the high 50’s to low 60’s, so it will feel like fall tomorrow!

Those that go will enjoy being in historic Downtown Truckee  and they will get the chance to sample some great wines, food from local restaurants and caterers, along with a wonderful day of shopping!

This is the 22nd year for the annual Truckee Wine Walk and Shop event, adding to over two decades of local fun!

Attendees will receive a commemorative wine glass to sample wine at more than 30+ tasting locations, and a program with a map to all participating venues in the downtown Truckee area.

Non-drinkers are welcome too, and you should ask about their designated driver program.

Here are some of the event details:

Downtown Truckee Annual Wine Walk

  • When: Saturday, October 4, 2025, Starting at 12 Noon to 4 p.m.
  • Where: Downtown Commercial Row in Truckee, California
  • Check in: Parking lot just west of the Truckee Train Station Depot – check in begins at 11 a.m.
  • General Admission Ticket Cost: Ticket price PURCHASE IN ADVANCE, on-line, $75 (plus processing fee), or at the door $85 (ticket sales will be next to the Downtown Truckee Train Depot.  Must be paid in CASH on day of event.  www.TruckeeWineWalk.com. Must be 21+ Years of age for wine sampling.  Don’t forget to bring your ID!
  • VIP Pre-Event Tasting Ticket: Available, but must be purchased in advance.  Limited to 50 guests.  Pre-tasting event at the Wagon Train from 11 a.m. – 12 noon featuring freshly baked pastries, quiche, and other breakfast items, including mimosas! VIP ticket also includes general admission ticket.
  • Designated Driver Tickets are also available.

Transportation: A day of wine sampling can be a lot of fun, but don’t forget to be safe and make sure you have a designated driver, or have arranged for a ride home.  

You’ll find a number of safe, free rides to and from the Truckee event on the event website.

So here are few of my wine walking tips to make the most of your day at the Downtown Truckee Wine Walk:

  • Dress in layers, and wear comfortable shoes.
  • Eat a good breakfast, and bring along a bottle of water.
  • Pace yourself. Sip, don’t guzzle. You’ll have four hours of drinking, eating, and walking ahead of you at an elevation of 6,200+ feet above sea level, so it can take a toll on your body.
  • It’s okay to stop for meal if you aren’t finding enough to eat with your food tickets.  I am a vegetarian and my sampling options are often limited (that’s my problem, not the events’ so plan ahead).
  • If you are in a group, and they won’t slow down for a sit-down meal, call and place a to-go order at one of the local restaurants that are open for lunch.

Trust me on this one, your friends will be impressed on how well organized you are, and they will wonder why they also didn’t place a food order to go too!

It’s a win-win for everyone.  You’ll have something extra to eat, and won’t lose any wine tasting time in the process!

  • Enjoy the moment and experience.
  • Most event goers do the wine walk with friends, so this is a time to celebrate the changing of seasons, and a time to just be together.  Be silly, have fun, find something outrageous to buy, and take selfies!
  • Make memories!

It’s hard to believe that October is here and that our holidays and winter season is almost here, so enjoy the end of the season by being at the Truckee Wine Walk and Shop!

Make plans to go to the Annual Truckee Wine, Walk and Shop event in Downtown Historic Truckee, CA Saturday, October 4, 2025!

Don’t forget our local Farmer’s Markets will continue on for a few more weeks, weather permitting in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area :

Thinking about making Truckee your second home? 

Check out the Tahoe Donner homes that  are for sale in this popular Truckee neighborhood here:

Want to search the Truckee and surrounding area by Map?  Start with the Truckee area for homes, condos, and lots here:

Need more help in trying to figure out your Truckee and North Lake Tahoe home, or condo buying options? 

Do you want help figuring out the features the different neighborhoods, communities, and or HOA developments have to offer that would best meet your needs? 

Call me at 530.414.1260 and I can help you find the right place to buy!  

For all of your Tahoe real estate needs –

Laura A. Allen | 530.414.1260  | Laura@TahoeLaura.com
BROKER ASSOCIATE | Tahoe Real Estate Agent
CalRE# 01473598
Coldwell Banker | Tahoe City – Truckee, CA

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