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Summer Movies at the Park in Tahoe Vista 2021

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Summer Movies at the Park in Tahoe Vista 2021

Ready to experience an outdoor movie in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area?

If your answer is yes, and you’ll be in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area on any Thursday between July 8, 2021, through August 12, 2021, check out a movie at the North Tahoe Regional Park at 6600 Donner Road in Tahoe Vista at dusk! 

This is a great local summer event, and enjoying an outdoor movie here in our area is just good old-fashioned fun! 

This is your opportunity to be outside and watch the Alpenglow turn our local sky all shades of pinks, purples, oranges, and golds, and then spend a couple of hours enjoying a movie on the big blow-up screen. 

If you haven’t been to an outdoor movie recently in a park, or at the beach, put this one your summer list of things to do this year!

The Thursday night movie series in Tahoe Vista is free and snacks are available for purchase.  If you want to bring your own picnic, that will work too!

The Tahoe Vista movies in the park will begin at dusk and all of the movies are either PG or PG-13. 

The fun starts around 6:30 p.m. and will be done around 9:30 p.m. with the movie starting at dusk (check your local weather app for a more precise time for dusk on the day of the movie).

Summer Movies at the Park in Tahoe Vista 2021 – Movie Line-up Schedule:

  • July 8, 2021  |  Onward (PG) 1 hr 42 minutes
  • July 15, 2021  |  Trolls World Tour (PG-13) 1 hr 30 minutes 
  • July 22, 2021  |  Raya and the Last Dragon (PG) 1 hr 57 minutes  
  • August 5, 2021  |  Abominable (PG) 1 hr 37 minutes
  • August 12, 2021  |  Cats and Dogs 3 (PG) 1 hr 24 minutes

Cost:  FREE 

Where:  North Tahoe Regional Park – 6600 Donner Road in Tahoe Vista

All movies are subject to good weather conditions and safety protocols.  

For more information, click here!

Here are some Suggested Movie Going Tips:

Movie Attendees are encouraged to bring the following:

  • Chairs Only low-back chairs are allowed. However, if you bring a high back chair (I get it, not everyone can easily get up and down into a low-backed beach chair, I’m in that group myself) you will have to sit on the side, or in the back of the viewing area.
  • Bring sleeping bags/beach towels (small plastic tarp to put under them) if you’ll be on the ground.  Remember the ground most likely will be damp, so make sure you have the right things to put down on the ground for an enjoyable evening.
  • Bring blankets and jackets (our summer evening and nights will become cool and if a breeze comes up off the lake things will really cool down fast).
  • The fun starts around 6:30 – 7 p.m.   If you arrive early you can watch them set up the movie screen. You’ll get some people watching time in along with seeing the incredible Alpenglow over Lake Tahoe!
  • Snacks You are allowed to bring your own picnic/snacks, so if you’re on a diet, you can still stay on track and enjoy the movie, but they also have popcorn, candy, and drinks before and during the show.
  • Movies begin at dusk.
  • Bring a flashlight so you can make sure you’ve packed everything up and have an easy walk back to your car with extra light when the movie is over.

Come out and enjoy a beautiful summer evening in Tahoe Vista out underneath the stars and watch a free movie in the park this year!

See you at one Tahoe Vista Summer Movies at the park this summer!

The North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area has a number of other free and fun weekly events to enjoy all summer (weather permitting).  Here is a quick list:

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

Check out Near-by Kings Beach:

Want to search the Tahoe Vista and surrounding area by Map? 

Start with the Tahoe Vista and Kings Beach area for homes, condos, and lots 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 – Tahoe Vista, CA

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

Summer Movies at the Park in Tahoe Vista 2021

Spring Forward – Time Change | Sunday, March 14 2021

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Spring Forward – Time Change | Sunday, March 14, 2021

Spring Forward - Time Change | Sunday, March 14 2021I’m ready to spring forward, how about you?

It’s finally here, and it is time to Spring Forward and change your clocks.

This Sunday you will need to move your clocks a one-hour if you live in the North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area!

It’s been a long winter combined with the restrictions in our area because of the pandemic I am ready for more sunshine and a move towards getting back to normal!

On Sunday, March 14, 2021 (The latest date this could have happened in the year.  Change happens on the second Sunday in March.), 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.

Before the time changes, on Saturday, March 13, 2021, sunset will be at 6:06 p.m. Once we spring forward on Sunday, March 14, 2021, sunset will be an hour later at 7:07 p.m.!

Remember before you go to bed on Saturday night, you’ll need to set any manual 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 It doesn’t hurt to make sure they are all working and replace those that don’t respond.  Since most have multiple-year batteries in them, replace those that are older.
  • Check all carbon monoxide alarms/detectors Again, just a quick check 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 doorbells, 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. 
  • Back-up charger device for cell phones/laptops (if they have a solar option for re-charging that’s always a bonus).  There are a number of extra power devices that can hold a charge for up to a year, but now it a good to check and re-charge.
  • Canned goods/emergency food supplies You never know when you might not be able to go to the store, so if you haven’t checked your emergency food and living supplies, now is the time to check on how much-bottled water and other supplies are on hand.
  • Make sure you have the following:
    • 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.  You never know when the cable could go down.
    • Create a fire evacuation emergency plan.  Have you designated a location out of the Tahoe Basin – Truckee area that everyone will meet at, or someone to call to let everyone know you are alright?  Having a plan in place is critical if you spend time in our area.
    • Figure out your “grab bags” – items to take with you if you had to leave the area with just a few minutes of notice.  You can have your bags partially loaded, with a list of items you need to grab and go.  Now is the time to do these critical tasks for that “just in case” emergency moment.

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.

We are also located in a high-fire zone, so the reminder to be prepared for a disaster (wildfire) and having everyone in your house-hold familiar with what to do if the worst-case situation should happen is very important, so make your emergency plans now.

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 plans for that just in case moment!

Upcoming future dates to keep in mind (number of days are from March 14, 2021):

  • Next time Change:  Sunday, November 7, 2021, | 239 days (Fall Back and Gain One Hour)
  • Longest Day of the Year:  Saturday, June 20, 2021, – Summer Solstice | 99 days
  • 4th of July  | 112 days
  • Shortest Day of the Year 2021 – Tuesday, December 21, 2021, | 283 days – Winter Solstice

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 your trips for the rest of the year!

If you live in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Tahoe City area, it’s time to move your clocks forward this Sunday, March 14, 2021!

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 – Truckee, CA 

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

Spring Forward – Time Change | Sunday March 14 2021

Happy New Year 2021 | North Lake Tahoe

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Happy New Year 2021 | North Lake Tahoe     

A new day, and a new year!  Hello, 2021!

It’s hard to believe another has come and gone, but this is one time I’m happy to see a year-end. 

Last year was unexpected and a challenge.

Today is January 1, 2021, and just like the snap of your fingers, a new year has really begun!

As you make your plans and set your goals for 2021, be sure to make time for the activities, things, and tasks that really matter to you and your family. 

The sun rose at 7:21 a.m. here in Tahoe City – Truckee – North Lake Tahoe, California on January 1, 2020.  It was a mild winter day with day time temperatures in the low 40’s.

The days are still very short and with only 9 hours and 29 minutes of daylight before the sunset at 4:47 p.m.   Now is the time to begin making the most of the New Year and new decade!

It is my New Year’s wish that every day in 2021 brings you prosperity, healthy days, laughter, joy, and a reason to celebrate!  Make January 31 as great as January 1!

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

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year 2021 | North Lake Tahoe, California!      

There were so many changes and challenges in 2020, you may be thinking this is the year you make your goal of getting a second home in the North Lake Tahoe, California area a reality.  If it is, call me I can help you!

Start your North Lake Tahoe property search here and check out the homes that are for sale here:

Want to see what condos are for sale in North 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 – Truckee, CA

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

Happy New Year 2021 | North Lake Tahoe

Tahoe City Shortest Day of the Year | December 21, 2020

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Tahoe City Shortest Day of the Year | December 21, 2020

Tahoe City Shortest Day of the Year | December 21, 2020It’s here in Tahoe City the shortest day of the year – December 21, 2020!

This year has been a year to forget. 

Like may, I’m ready to move on!  So today I’m starting to say goodbye to 2020!  Hello to longer days of sunshine beginning tomorrow.

I was very excited to welcome in 2020!  A new year, a new decade, even a Leap Year to start things off.  A year filled with optimism and hope.

If only I had known how things were going to shake out for this past year on January 1, 2020, I would have had a different perspective.

So today is the shortest day of 2020 and yes, I am looking forward to the longer days of sunshine and a better 2021!

After Monday, we start adding precious minutes of daylight back, and I can’t wait for it to start happening!

Sunrise will be at 7:17 a.m. and sunset will be at 4:42 p.m.!

On Tuesday, we begin the slow, but steady process of adding just about two (2) minutes a day (yes, I’m rounding up) if sunshine. 

Monday, December 21, 2020, marks the winter solstice and the official beginning of the 2020-2021 winter season here in North Lake Tahoe. 

We’ve had snow on the ground for over a month now. Our seasons have changed from Fall to Winter and our outdoor winter sports fans are anxious to get outside and enjoy all that the Tahoe area has to offer!

Enjoy the snow!  Before you know it, another season with new outdoor activities will be here.

For those keeping track, the longest day of the year will be on Sunday, June 20, 2021. 

  • That’s only 182 days | or 4,368 hours | or 262,080 minutes, from today! 
  • End of this year is Thursday, December 31, 2010, just 11 days left, including today.
  • The beginning of a new year, Friday, January 1, 2021, 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 14, 2021, just  84 days away.

As you make plans for 2021, I hope your are safe, healthy, and will make the most out of the holidays and get ready to enjoy a better year here in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Truckee area!

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 Shortest Day of the Year | December 21, 2020

Time Change – Fall Back Sunday November 1 2020

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Time Change – Fall Back Sunday, November 1, 2020

Time Change - Fall Back Sunday, November 1, 2020I have just finished manually changing our clocks that still require someone to move the hands.

I have set them back one hour in anticipation of the 2 a.m. time change tomorrow!

It’s that time of year to re-set our clocks here in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Truckee, California area!  

Many may remember that the voters of the state of California passed the ability to stay on Daylight Savings time in 2018, but the State Legislature has yet to make that happen, so we once again must change our clocks. 

Tomorrow, on Sunday, November 1, 2020, you will need to set your clocks back one hour at 2 a.m. or do it sometime today before you go to bed. 

As the old saying goes “Fall Back” (gain an hour) and in the Spring, “Spring forward (lose an hour).

It’s been a tough year.  So many changes, so many “new normals” so it is hard to believe that it is November, and it’s that time of year to change our clocks again.

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.

Are you ready for the semi-annual time change – Fall Back Sunday, November 1, 2020?

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.  It’s easy to check all smoke alarms to make sure they are still working. 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.  Again, 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 is 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.
  • 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 (we’ve been pretty good about rotating our inventory, but it’s time to have more items on hand.).  
  • Photos | New on my list this year is to take 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. 
  • Insurance | Time to call our insurance broker to make sure we have enough coverage to rebuild.  Building costs have gone up, and we’ve put on a new roof and made some other improvements, so it is important to make sure our cost to rebuild on a per square foot basis for the greater Tahoe area is accurate.  We also want to make sure we’ve met the 80%+ insured value and are not under 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.  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 1, 2020:

  • Next time Change:  Sunday, March 14, 2021 – 134 days (Spring Forward and Lose One Hour)
  • Shortest Day of the Year:  Monday, December 21, 2020, | Winter Solstice – 50 days
  • New Year’s Day January 1, 2021 –  62 days (new year and beginning of a new decade)
  • Longest Day of the Year 2021 – Sunday, June 20, 2021, 232 days | Summer Solstice
  • Next Fall Time Change:  Sunday, November 7, 2021 – 372 days (Fall Back and Gain that Extra Hour)

It has been an uncertain year, and now more than ever we need to make a point to make the most of each day moving forward! 

If you live in the greater North Lake Tahoe – Tahoe City area, it’s time to set your clocks back this Sunday, November 1, 2020!

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:

Do you want to search for property – homes, condos/townhomes, and lots for sale by Map?  Start your search here in the Tahoe City, CA area:

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.

Time Change – Fall Back Sunday November 1 2020