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The Nevada Humane Society Duck Race & Festival pits adopted rubber ducks against each other on the Truckee River Aug. 29, all to raise money for local homeless pets. Courtesy photo |
CommentsWellness & Learning Briefs
12 August to 15 September 2010
Published: August 15, 2010
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New Truckee Toastmasters Club
Tuesdays
Toastmasters International is starting an additional local club to meet every Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. at the Truckee Donner PUD. Improve your presentation skills and gain the confidence necessary to face an audience through interactive programming. Info: Carmen Carr, 11570 Donner Pass Road, carmen@carmencarr.com, (530) 550-5192, toastmasters.org
Exercise Basics
Tuesdays and Thursdays
This new group exercise class designed for beginners guides participants through simple yet effective exercises in a low intensity, low impact format. Class is free for Tahoe Center for Health & Sports Performance members, or $5 to drop in for non-members. 12:15 to 1 p.m. Info: 10710 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, (530) 587-3767
Mythical Guide to Grief Work
Friday Aug. 13
Dr. Kim Bateman, dean of Sierra College’s Tahoe-Truckee campus, explores the complex world of bereavement as expressed in worldwide folk tales. 7:30 p.m. as part of Sierra College’s Experts & Insights programming. Free; reservations recommended. Info: (530) 550-2290, sierracollege.edu
Library Coalition of Incline Village Book Sale
Aug. 13 and 14
Browse a room full of books, CDs, DVDs, and videos at this two-day sale featuring bargains on bestsellers, kids’ books, and more. Teachers and nonprofit representatives can fill a grocery bag of materials for free from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. All proceeds benefit libraries in Incline Village. Info: 845 Alder Avenue, Incline Village, (775) 832-4130, washoecountylibrary.us
Reno Gay Pride
Saturday Aug. 14
Head to Reno’s Wingfield Park from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. for this 14th annual celebration that features entertainment, food, beverages, and unique vendor booths, all while celebrating diversity. Info: (877) 344-RENO, renogaypride.com
“In the Zone” Working Women Workshop
Wednesday Aug. 18
Learn to strengthen your sense of purpose in your work and align yourself with the needs of your organization or chosen career at this workshop for women at Granlibakken Conference Center & Lodge in Tahoe City. $59 chamber and SHRA members, $69 non-members. 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 7:45 registration and snack. Info: Laura Moriarty, laura@tahoetrainingpart-ners.com, (530) 573-0224, sierrahra.com
Tibetan Lama Ven. Losang Samten Returns to Tahoe
Aug. 25 to Sept. 1
The Tibetan scholar, spiritual teacher, and artist returns to share his deep understanding of Tibetan Buddhism, leading classes throughout the region to include chants, talks, story-telling, and guided meditation. Locations include: Blue Angel Café in South Lake Tahoe on Aug. 25 and 30, Squaw Valley Chapel on Aug. 26, For Goodness Sake and Sierra College Tahoe-Truckee campus in Truckee on Aug. 27, a private home in Rubicon Bay on Aug. 29, and a private home in Reno on Sept. 1. Suggested $10 to $20 donation. Info: Dave and Jan Arnett, arnett@sierra.net, (530) 525-1900, losangsamten.com
Lake Explorations
Thursday Aug. 26
Learn about Lake Tahoe explorations at this Tahoe Maritime Museum lecture with Martin McClellan from New Millennium Dive Expeditions. Light refreshments at 5 p.m. Lecture from 5:30 to 7 p.m. $8 per person, children under 12 free. Info: 5205 West Lake Boulevard, Homewood, (530) 525-9253, tahoemaritime.org
Step It Up!
Tuesdays, starting Sept. 14
This six-week medically supervised program at Tahoe Center for Health & Sports Performance includes nutrition education with a registered dietitian, supervised exercise, a V02 fitness assessment to determine optimal heart rate zones, and weekly nutrition and activity goal-setting. Pre-registration required. 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. $225 (register by Sept. 7), or $250. Info: 10710 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, (530) 587-3767
Wellness & Learning Briefs: Pets
Bow Wow Luau
Monday Aug. 15
Enjoy barbecue, beer, raffles, and four-legged fun at this family and “fur-friendly” event to benefit Pet Network Humane Society, held at Aspen Grove. Tickets are $25 for adults, $10 for kids under 10, and dogs are free. Info: 960 Lakeshore Boulevard, Incline Village, (775) 832-4404, petnetwork.org
NV Humane Society Duck Race & Festival
Sunday Aug. 29
From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Reno’s Wingfield Park, some 10,000 bright yellow ducks race to the finish line in the Truckee River, raising money and awareness for the cause of local homeless pets. Adopt a duck (or several) for $5 each; the fastest ducks will win exciting prizes, including a 1989 Jaguar, a Disney World getaway, and a Las Vegas adventure. Live entertainment, carnival games, and pet adoptions round out the fun. Info: (775) 856-2000, nevadahumanesociety.org
Wellness & Learning Briefs: Kids
Just Us Kids Class
Mondays
Facilitated by Susan Randall, this new class for kids up to 10 years old at For Goodness Sake focuses on using the imagination and play to cultivate a greater awareness, creativity, and spirituality. Each week a different book teaches about honesty, openness, and trust. Info: 10157 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, (530) 550-8981, goodnesssake.org
Tahoe Family Festival
Sunday Aug. 29
This first annual family music event at the Truckee Regional Park Amphitheater benefits the KidZone Museum with live music, yummy food, and children’s activities including a bounce house, face painting, educational games, and family yoga. Kids are free, adults $5. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: kidzonemuseum.org/tahoefamilyfestival.html
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