Wish Box
Through Dec. 14
Help make wishes come true for 50 residents of the Truckee Senior Center. Wishes of approximately $25 need to be filled. Angels call 530-58-5152 or email xmas.wish@hotmail.com.
Toys for Tots
Through Dec.17
Donate new toys for North Shore area children. Drop offs in Kings Beach and Tahoe City. Call 530-546-0952.
The Weber Family Christmas
Nov.13 to Dec.19
This charmingly blasphemous Yuletide tale premieres its first show outside of San Francisco at Brüka Theatre. $18/advance, $25/door. 99 North Virginia Street, Reno, bruka.org, 775-323-3221.
Shop Fair Trade
Nov. 14 and 15, 21 and 22
HandCrafting Justice, a nonprofit fair trade initiative of the Sisters of the Good Shepherd, helps woman in 20 developing countries improve their lives by marketing their handcrafted goods. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Foothill Flowers Upstairs, 102 West Main St., Grass Valley, handcraftingjustice.org.
The Holiday Hope Program
Through Nov. 16
Give to clients of Tahoe Women’s Services and North Tahoe Family Resource Center by assisting with gifts and basic needs during the holidays. They will accept donors and recipients until Nov. 16. Tahoewomenservices.org, 530-546-7804. 530-546-0952. Info.ntfrc@gmail.com.
Gratitude Potluck
Nov. 20
Share dishes and socialize, music from Angelika, 5 p.m. Goodness Sake, 10157 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, goodnesssake.org, 530-550-8981.
Alternative Holiday and Christmas Faire
Nov. 21 and 22
The Truckee Lutheran Presbyterian Church hosts fair with goods from women’s groups in Tanzania and Uganda. Proceeds help the women feed and educate children and support AIDS orphans. From 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Truckee Donner PUD Board Room, 11570 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, 530-582-5362.
Let’s Talk Turkey
Nov. 21
Project MANA’s annual Thanksgiving distribution in Truckee, Incline Village, and Kings Beach for families in need. Gifts include a frozen turkey and all the fixings for a Thanksgiving meal. Sponsor a family for $25 or donate a turkey. 530-582-4079 or 775-298-0008.
Thanksgiving Buffet
Nov. 26
The Cal-Neva Resort offers Thanksgiving Day Buffet. $29.95 per person, $14.95 for children under 12, free for children under 5, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 2 Stateline Road, Crystal Bay, 775-298-3062.
Thanksgiving Service
Nov. 26
All are welcome to a Thanksgiving Service of fellowship and gratitude at the Christian Science Society of Truckee. 10 to 11 a.m. 11350 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, christiansciencetruckee.com, 530-587-6352.
Dude Girl Holiday Trunk Sale and Sample Sale
Nov. 27 to 29
Great deals for holiday shopping with 50 to 90 percent off past season styles and 30 percent off current items. Friday’s first 20 customers receive a free winter beanie with a purchase of $50 or more. Free yoga tank when you spend $100 all weekend. Saturday night party with live music, refreshments, and raffle prizes. Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday from10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tahoe Yoga and Wellness, 10770 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, dudegirl.com, 530-550-8333.
Magical Memories Holiday Celebration
Nov. 27
The Resort at Squaw Creek transforms into a winter wonderland at the gingerbread village unveiling and grand tree lighting ceremony. Featuring Olympic gold medalist Peggy Fleming, live music, visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, ice-skating, complimentary hot chocolate and s’mores under the stars.
Country Christmas Faire
Nov. 27 to 29
The Nevada County Fairgrounds will feature more than 100 artisans offering unique handmade gifts. Live entertainment, festival foods, wagon rides, the magical gingerbread house exhibit, and free babysitting by Northern Mines Girl Scouts. Adults $4, children 12 and under are free. Bring a can of food and get $1 off Sunday admission. Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 11228 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley, nevadacountyfair.com, 530-273-6217.
Northern Lights at Dusk
Nov. 28
Incline Community Business Association invites businesses and residents in Incline Village and Crystal Bay to decorate with sparkling holiday white lights. Ace Hardware in Incline Village is offering LED lights at cost all season long. LED lights are a cost-effective way of decorating, using up to 80 percent less than conventional lights.
Toys for Tots
Dec. 2
30th Annual Toys for Tots kick-off party with DJ and raffle prizes. From 6 to 9 p.m. at The Chateau, 995 Fairway Boulevard, Incline Village, 775-833-6444.
Community Tree Lighting
Dec. 2
Incline Village and Crystal Bay come together at 4:30 p.m. The Chateau, 995 Fairway Boulevard, Incline Village, 775-833-6444.
Noel Nights
Dec. 3, 10 and 17
The Village at Northstar will be a-twinkling on these festive evenings. Enjoy carolers, free ice-skating, s’mores and hot cocoa.
Tahoe City Tree Lighting
Dec. 4 and 5
Town tree lighting at Heritage Plaza, followed by refreshments and pictures with Old St. Nick in front of the lake on Dec. 5.
Peanutcracker
Dec. 5
Sierra Nevada Ballet presents a version of the ‘The Nutcracker’ for young children. 2:30 and 7 p.m. $5 for children, $10 for adults, Carson City Community Center, 851 East William Street, Carson City, sierranevadaballet.com, 775-887-2290.
Santa and Pancakes
Dec. 5
A full pancake breakfast with Santa, face painting, free arts and crafts, live music, book fair, and games. Proceeds benefit PTO programs. Go green and bring your own plate, silverware and cup. From 8:30 until 11 a.m. $20 for a family of four or $6 each. Glenshire Elementary School, 10990 Dorchester Drive, 530-582-7657.
Holiday Fair
Dec. 5
Tree lighting ceremony and holiday fair. North Tahoe Event Center, 8318 North Lake Boulevard, Kings Beach, 530-546-7249.
Painting Party
Dec. 5
A festive workshop for those who love to create original art as gifts. Take home at least eight completed works. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $12 supply fee. $54 or $48 for Nevada Museum of Art members. 160 West Liberty Street, Reno, nevadaart.org, 775.329.3333 x260.
Gift Sale
Dec. 6
Get a jump on holiday shopping and help out the North Tahoe High School snowboard team. Purchase accessories and gifts starting at $10. Sawtooth Ridge, noon to 4 p.m. 877 North Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, 530-583-7260.
A Classic Christmas
Dec. 12 and 13
The Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus of Sierra College ushers in the holiday season with a concert of classics and an audience sing along. $10 for general admission, $18 for preferred seating. Dec.12 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. Alpine Ballroom, The Resort at Squaw Creek, 400 Squaw Creek Road, Olympic Valley, laketahoeshakespeare.com, 1-800-74Shows.
Rotary Santa Sled Day
Dec. 13
Free sledding and a visit from Santa at Granlibakken Resort. 725 Granlibakken Road, Tahoe City.
