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Tahoe City Longest Day of the Year June 21, 2023

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Tahoe City Longest Day of the Year June 21, 2023

It’s here, the longest day of the year in Tahoe City, california – Wednesday, June 21, 2023!

It was a very long winter and even though it is late June, there are still large snow plow piles in the Tahoe Donner area, and it looks like they will be skiing on the 4th of July this year! 

Despite the recent cool temperatures, the longest day of sunshine is here in the greater North Lake Tahoe area!

Yes, I am one of those people that loves the longer days of sunshine, but it is also signals that after today, our days start being a little shorter.  The march to another season will have begun so the time to enjoy our summer days is here! 

It is time to enjoy the bluest of skies, and warmth of the sun, the smell of sun tan lotion at the beach, and to take in the pure beauty of our mountains and Lake Tahoe!

Sunrise will be at 5:34 a.m. and the sun will set at 8:29 p.m.  By comparision, on the shortest day of the year for 2023, Thursday, December 21, 2023, which is just 183 days away, the sunset will be at 4:42 p.m. a big differece from the longest day of the year in Tahoe City, California, so enjoy the longer days while they last!

For those of you that long for more sunshine, today is your day! After today, each day will become just a little bit shorter.

In the Tahoe City area, that means we lose about two (2) minutes a day of sunshine, yes, I’m rounding up, but that’s what we will lose until the shortest day of the year. 

For those keeping track, from the longest day of the year, today, to the shortest day of the year, here are dates to keep in mind: 

  • Only 183 days, or 4,392 hours, or 263,520 minutes, from today to the shorest day of the year – Thursday, December 21, 2023! 
  • The 4th of July is only 13 days from today!
  • Labor Day, Monday, September 4, 2023, is only 75 days from today!
  • Ready for the next time change to Fall Back and gain an hour? Sunday, November 5, 2023, is just 137 days away.  
  • The beginning of a new year, Monday, January 1, 2023, at the stroke of midnight is right around the corner at 194 days from today!  

I don’t think I’ve ever heard the tick-tock of a clock sounding off the passage of time in my head more loudly than I do right now.

While I hope the road in front of me is as long (okay – just long would be good) as the road behind me, the reality is, I need to make the most of today, and so should you! 

Now is the time to enjoy your beautiful summer days!  If you haven’t made your plans to be here in the  North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area, now is the time to pick a date, plan an adventure, and make some new magical memories!

Ready to make the North Lake Tahoe your second home?

Search the Tahoe City – Truckee – Lake Tahoe area by map here: homes, condos, lots, starting with the Tahoe City area:

Check out what is for sale in the Tahoe City, California area here:

If you will be in the greater North Lake Tahoe area this summer, you might also be interested in some of our North Lake Tahoe – Truckee local area events. 

In the past, we have had a number of other free and fun weekly events to enjoy all summer (weather and safety protocols permitting). 

Check out the links for the most current and available information for each event:

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

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Tahoe City Longest Day of the Year June 21, 2023

Tahoe City Longest Day of the Year | Saturday June 20 2020

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Tahoe City Longest Day of the Year | Saturday, June 20, 2020

It’s here, the longest day of the year in Tahoe City, Saturday, June 20, 2020!

Yes, I am one of those people that loves the longer days of sunshine and today is a bittersweet day.

I love our summer days here in Lake Tahoe – sunshine and blue skies and water!

After today, we start losing precious minutes of daylight as we begin the processes of moving back to the shortest day of the year, and the beginning of our winter season, which is Monday, December 21, 2020. 

Sunset today will be at 8:30 p.m. a big difference from sunset at 4:41 p.m. on the shortest day of the year, just 183 days ago.  

Saturday, June 20, 2020 (notice the three 20’s in a row, surely a lucky sign for today!  But if you missed it today, you still have six more times to still enjoy having three 20’s in a row) marks the summer solstice, which was at 2:43 p.m. today in the Northern Hemisphere.  The official beginning of the 2020 summer season!  

While 2020 has been anything but normal, and for so many a very difficult time, having our temperatures back in the mid-70s today, along with seeing the boats on the water, people on our beaches and the smell of suntan lotion in the air is a welcome sign and change to the last few months.

For those of you that long for more sunshine, today is your day. After today, each day will become just a little bit shorter and in the Tahoe City area, just shy of two (2) minutes a day (yes, I’m rounding up) will be lost. 

Don’t blink, before you know it another season will be here!

For those keeping track, from the longest day of the year, today, to the shortest day of the year, which will be on Monday, December 21, 2020, at a glance: 

  • That’s only 184 days, or 4,416 hours, or 264,960 minutes, from today! 
  • The 4th of July is only 15 days from today! Labor Day, Monday, September 7, 2020, is only 80 days from today!
  • Ready for the next time change to Fall Back and gain an hour? Sunday, November 1, 2020, is just 134 days away.
  • The beginning of a new year, Friday, January 1, 2021, at the stroke of midnight is right around the corner at 194 days from today!  

If you’re like me, I feel the clock ticking very loudly these days as we mark the passage time.  My goal is to make the most of 2020!

So enjoy your beautiful summer days!  If you haven’t made your plans to be here in the  North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area, now is the time to pick a date and plan an adventure!

Search the area for homes and condos for sale starting with the Tahoe City  area here:

Ready to make Tahoe City, California your second home?  Check out what is for sale here:

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

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Tahoe City Longest Day of the Year | Saturday, June 20, 2020

Spring Forward – Time Change | Sunday March 10 2019

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Spring Forward – Time Change | Sunday March 10 2019

Spring Forward - Time Change | Sunday March 10 2019It’s that time of year to Spring Forward and move your clocks ahead one hour if you live in the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area!

I’ll admit, this is one of my favorite days of the year.

I long for the longer days of sunshine, and  I am happy to see the short dark winter days disappear here in the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area!

It’s been a long winter with a lot of snow.  This photo was taken on Thursday, March 7, 2019.

You can see how much snow is around this pool that is only open during the summer.

We have a lot of snow to melt out before we get to our summer season!

So you can see why I’d be excited to have longer days with more sunshine.

On Sunday, March 10, 2019 we will all need to move our clocks forward one hour (yes, an extra hour of daylight at the end of our days, and one less hour of sleep) as we start daylight savings time here in our area.

Yes, there are states that do not have the time change twice a year, but we are one of those states that does have it.

Since the shortest day of the year last December 21, 2018, we’ve added about 81 minutes of daylight, or approximately 1.35 hour of sunshine to each day.

If you want to do the math this means that in the Tahoe City area on the shortest day of the year in December 2018, sunset was at 4:40 p.m.

Before the time changes, on Saturday, March 9, 2019 sunset will be at 6:01 p.m. or a gain of 81 minutes!

Once we spring forward on Sunday, March 10, 2019, sunset will be an hour later at 7:02 p.m.!

So before you go to bed on Saturday, March 10, 2018, you’ll need to remember to set your clocks ahead one hour!

Since we have the twice a year clock change, here is my list of things additional tasks to do on Spring Forward day:

  • Change clocks in our home, office,kitchen (microwave and oven) and cars (move forward one hour).  Yes, we still have some manual clocks that do not reset on their own.
  • Check smoke alarms (new ones have the battery good for 10 years) just to make sure they are all working and replace those that are older.
  • Check all carbon monoxide alarms/detectors just to make sure they are still working.
  • Fire extinguishers (check to make sure they haven’t been moved and/or damaged).  This is also a good time to buy and add another one and put it in a room that doesn’t already have one. If you add one each time we have the time change, the additional expense is easier on your budget.
  • Any security device or item that uses a battery and is wireless (security cameras, video door bells, exterior/interior lights) that need to be changed every 6 months to a year.
  • All Flashlights (working, extra batteries), candles, matches, lighters, short-term lighting devices. We just purchased more triple AAA and double AA batteries at Costco, so if you haven’t checked your battery drawer, this is a good time to make sure you are well stocked.
  • Back-up charger device for cell phones/lap tops (if they have a solar option for re-charging that’s always a bonus).  I can also check this one-off my list.  The recent power outages had me re-charging these two items a couple weeks ago.
  • Canned goods/emergency food supplies (we’ve been pretty good about rotating our inventory, but it’s time to check on the bottled water and to make sure we are still well stocked)
  • Still on my to-do list:
    • Get a battery operated radio
    • Get a small TV that can be powered by connecting to just a USB port device
    • Get the TV antenna device that will work with a digital TV that can get us the free national channels, just in case the cable goes down.

For those not as familiar with the Lake Tahoe –  Tahoe City  – Truckee areas some of our important utility lines (electric, cable, phone) are located above ground, and several times a year the power will go out for all different types of reasons, so we’re becoming better prepared.

Take advantage of this timely reminder to not only change your clocks, but to do some routine safety checks, along with being proactive on your emergency home preparation, for that just in case moment!

Upcoming future dates to keep in mind (number of days are from March 10, 2019):

  • Next time Change:  Sunday, November 3, 2019 | 238 days (Fall Back and Gain One Hour)
  • Longest Day of the Year:  Friday, June 21, 2019 Summer Solstice | 104 days
  • 4th of July  | 117 days
  • Shortest Day of the Year 2019 – Friday, December 21, 2019 | 287 days – Winter Solstice

While we still have several weeks  of winter ahead of us, Spring and Summer will be here before you know it.

Now is the time to make the most of 2019.  If you haven’t made your plans to be here in the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area, now is the time to look at your calendar and figure out when you can be here!

If you live in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Tahoe City area, it’s time to move your clocks forward this Sunday, March 10, 2019!

Thinking about making Lake Tahoe, California your second home? Check out the homes that are for sale here:

Want to see what condos are for sale in Lake Tahoe? Here are the current listings:

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, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Spring Forward – Time Change | Sunday March 10 2019

How to get rid of Hazardous Trash North Lake Tahoe – Truckee | 2019

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How to get rid of Hazardous Trash North Lake Tahoe – Truckee | 2019

How to get rid of Hazardous Trash North Lake Tahoe - Truckee | 2019Do you have old cans of paint (latex and/or oil based), stain, or varnish stored in your North Lake Tahoe – Truckee home, condo, or business that you’d like to throw away?

How about old house cleaning supplies, auto fluids like anti-freeze, oil filters, medications, or pesticides?

The other day I was looking for something and I was shocked to see how full our storage has become in our home.

We have cans of old paint that I have no idea what they were used for in our home. 

How to get rid of Hazardous Trash North Lake Tahoe - Truckee | 2019Our cabinets are loaded with old cleaning products, and old medications (prescribed and over-the-counter) items we just don’t use any more.

Like many people, I’ve held onto the item because there is just enough in there to not toss it in the garbage.

At some point, you know you just need to purge and get rid of the left-over cleaning products.  You know you shouldn’t just put the items with left-over product in the everyday trash bin, so after a while you’ve accumulated a dozen cleaning containers with just a small amount of product in each one.

How do you get rid of hazardous trash-waste in the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area, and do it responsibly?  

Our local agencies are making this an easy one for you to get rid of this toxic trash and to do it the right way. 

On the third Saturday of each month the Materials Recovery Facility at 900 Cabin Creek Road (located off Highway 89 S) will take in a number of different types of toxic waste items – for FREE!   

All you have to do is call ahead at 530.583.7800 for an appointment to drop your items off. 

What will they take?

  • Paint  – Don’t want to go to the dump, or be limited to the third Saturday of each month? 
    • Did you know that Mountain Hardware in Truckee will take up to 5 gallons (1 – five gallon container, or 5 one gallon containers) each day (any day they are open) from you for FREE! 

This paint is sorted and if it can be used it is donated.  Otherwise it is dumped into a huge mixer and the paint comes out a gray color that the State of California uses on their buildings and other items that need to be painted.  A cool way to recycle and get rid of old paint!

  • Cleaners
  • Auto Fluids
  • Oil Filters
  • Medications (prescribed, or over-the-counter)
  • Pesticides

Here are the details:

How to get rid of Hazardous Trash North Lake Tahoe – Truckee | 2019

  • Where:  Materials Recovery Facility | 900 Cabin Creek Road, Truckee, CA (accessed off Hwy 89 S)
  • When:  Third (3rd) Saturday of each month in 2019 | Call for an appointment 530.583-7800 to drop your items off.
    • January 19, 2019
    • February 16, 2019
    • March 16, 2019
    • April 20, 2019
    • May 18, 2019
    • June 15, 2019
    • July 20, 2019
    • August 17, 2019
    • September 21, 2019
    • October 18, 2019
    • November 16, 2019
    • December 21, 2019
  • Cost:  Free
  • Restrictions: Maximum of 15 gallons, or 125 pounds
  • Transportation Tips: 
    • Keep products in their original sealed containers if possible.
    • Label materials and sort products by type. 
    • Place leaking containers in tightly sealed, labeled plastic containers. 
    • Pack containers upright in cardboard, or plastic containers.
    • Secure in car trunk, or truck bed.

Each month you’ll have the opportunity to clean out the cutter and trash that requires special care and handling in disposing of it in 2019. 

Need more reasons why you should take advantage of these FREE events this year? If you are thinking of selling, keep this in mind:

  • Sellers | North Lake Tahoe – Truckee Property Owners:  If you’re thinking of selling your Truckee – Lake Tahoe home, condo, or commercial building, you’ll need to get rid of all paint, stain, household cleaning products and other hazardous waste at your property prior to the close of escrow. 

Our local Tahoe-Truckee Area Contract Addendum contract requires the following:

  • Property Condition: In addition to any requirements specified in the Purchase Contract regarding the condition of the Property that Seller is obligated to deliver at Close of Escrow, the Parties further agree that Seller, at Seller’s expense shall remove all paint, stain, household cleaning products and other hazardous waste prior to the Close of Escrow unless otherwise agreed in writing.

This FREE hazardous waste drop-off service is available to Truckee and North Lake Tahoe residents.

How do you get rid of hazardous waste in the Truckee – North Lake Tahoe area if there isn’t a free event?  Call the Tahoe Truckee Sierra Disposal (TTSD) 530-583-7800 for their current rates.  They also take in a number of other items like appliances and mattresses for a special fee, and on some days for free.

Take advantage of this FREE event to get rid of hazardous waste items that you have in your home on the third Saturday of each month this year! 

This is a great way to be green and so something great for your home, condo, or business!

Thinking about making Truckee your second home? 

Check out these mountain homes that are for sale in Tahoe Donner resort community here:

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, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice

How to get rid of Hazardous Trash North Lake Tahoe – Truckee | 2019

Time Change – Fall Back Sunday November 4 2018

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Time Change – Fall Back Sunday November 4 2018

Time Change - Fall Back Sunday November 4 2018This year our fall season in Lake Tahoe has been spectacular!  

It’s hard to believe that it’s November and it’s that time of year to change our clocks and gain an extra hour of time.

If you live, or have a home in the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee, California area you will need to change your clocks.

Did you remember that tonight is the semi-annual time change – Fall Back Sunday, November 4, 2018?

It feels like we just did the time change of Springing forward time change, where has the year gone to?

It’s true, the older you become the faster time seems to pass by and once again we need to change our clocks.  So before you go to bed, you’ll need to remember to set back any clock you have back one hour!

Here’s my list of things to do:

  • Change our traditional and digital clocks in our home, office and cars (turn back one hour).
  • Check our smoke alarms to make sure they are still working (yes, I’d change the batteries if I had an older one, but the new ones have the battery good for 10 years, so I just need to check them to make sure they are still working)
  • Check all carbon monoxide alarms/detectors to make sure they are still working
  • Fire extinguishers (check to make sure they haven’t been moved and/or damaged).  I’ve also starting buying a new extinguisher to put in each room.
  • Any security device or item that uses a battery and is wireless (security cameras, video door bells, exterior/interior lights)
  • All Flashlights (working, extra batteries), candles, matches, lighters, short-term lighting devices
  • Back-up charger device for cell phones/lap tops (if they have a solar option for re-charging that’s always a bonus)
  • Canned goods/emergency food supplies (we’ve been pretty good about rotating our inventory, but it’s time to have more items on hand as we move into our winter season)

For those not as familiar with the Lake Tahoe –  Tahoe City  – Truckee areas some of our important utility lines (electric, cable, phone) are located above ground, and several times a year the power will go out.

The power will go out and getting around because of a bad winter storm will happen, it’s just a question of when and for how long.

Now is the time to make sure you are prepared for the next season!

Take advantage of this timely reminder to not only change your clocks, but to keep 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 4, 2018:

  • Next time Change:  Sunday, March 12, 2019 – 126 days (Spring Forward and Lose One Hour)
  • Shortest Day of the Year:  Friday, December 21, 2018 Winter Solstice – 48 days
  • New Year’s Day January 1, 2019 – 59 days
  • Longest Day of the Year 2019 – Friday, June 21, 2019, 230 days – Summer Solstice
  • Next Fall Time Change:  Sunday, November 3, 2019 – 365 days (Fall Back and Gain that Extra Hour)

So before this year is gone, make a list of things you’d like to accomplish in the next few months.  Short term goals are more attainable, and are the building blocks to achieving larger, long-term goals.

Between the last time change and the date of this post we started a diet, and we’re into it five months and six days, but who’s counting?   

The point is, we’re making progress, and we started small, just hoping to make to the 4th of July.  Our goal is to be in a healthier and skinnier place the next time we change our clocks in March 2019! 

If you live in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Tahoe City area, it’s time to set your clocks back this Sunday, November 4, 2018, and if you forgot, it’s time to do it right now!

Ready to make Tahoe City, California your second home?  Check out what is for sale here:

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, CA CalRE#01908304

All information is deemed reliable, but is subject to change, and/or correction without notice.

Time Change – Fall Back Sunday November 4 2018