Happy Monday everyone 👋
Ski movie season is kicking into in full swing, Halloween is coming to Tahoe City, and there are lots of ways to get involved around town this week. We’ve also got a change in the weather coming, with rain and higher-elevation snow in the forecast.
Here’s what’s happening this week in Truckee/North Tahoe!
This week at a glance
Local ski crews hit the big screen. Way She Goes plays Wednesday at the Art Haus, followed by Low Tide at Alibi on Thursday.
Get ready for the backcountry. Cody Townsend and David Reichel join Wednesday’s avalanche education evening in Truckee.
Zombies take over Tahoe City on Friday. Costumes, downtown festivities, and a free shuttle from Olympic Valley and the West Shore.
Chocolate, wine, and Dead Winter Carpenters. Sierra Community House’s annual fundraiser returns Saturday in Incline Village.
Last week’s Local Spotlight
Ski For The Love: Keeping ski movies fun
A few beers around a coffee table became a Tahoe ski film project. Five years later, the Ski For The Love crew is still chasing snow and keeping ski movies fun.
I spoke with Josh Anderson about how it started, the people behind the project, and their latest film, Way She Goes. Make sure to check out their screenings this week at Art Haus on Wednesday and the Moment factory in Reno on Friday.
Local news and community updates
California voters: today is the regular registration deadline
Monday, October 19, is California’s deadline to register online or have a paper registration postmarked for the November 3 election. If you’ve moved or need to update your registration, take a minute today.
Miss the deadline? Eligible voters can still use conditional voter registration after today, including on Election Day. Register, check your status, or find the details here.
Mt. Rose fires up snowmaking
Mt. Rose became the first Tahoe resort to start snowmaking for the 2026–27 season and is targeting a November 6 opening, weather and conditions permitting.
Navigation Center gets support for a second year
Following the meeting previewed last week, Truckee Town Council and Tahoe Forest Hospital District voted unanimously October 13 to continue the Navigation Center pilot.
Each approved $235,000 for year two, contingent on a state grant to purchase the building. The center reported 96% bed utilization during the reporting period, while some neighboring residents continued to raise concerns about its location. Moonshine Ink has the full report.
East Shore improvements move forward
The Tahoe Transportation District reports 38 additional parking spaces at the East Shore Trailhead and 130 spaces at Chimney Beach, along with a transit stop and lighted highway crossing there.
Design is also underway for the next nearly two-mile trail segment from Sand Harbor toward Chimney Beach. That extension is still in planning. See the project updates.
Want to get more involved locally?
Applications are open for the 2027 North Tahoe-Truckee Leadership Program, with sessions covering local government, the environment, economic development, and other regional issues. Applications are due December 4 at 5 p.m., and partial scholarships are available. Learn more and apply.
Events this week
Monday, October 19
Free Fixit Clinic
4–7 p.m. | Truckee Roundhouse, 12116 Chandelle Way
Bring broken electronics, clothing, furniture, or outdoor gear and learn how to repair them with volunteer coaches. Bike mechanics will also help with simple repairs. Free, all ages, and no registration required. Clothing repairs are limited to three items per person.
Tuesday, October 20
Good Morning Truckee: Haunted History
Doors 7:45 a.m.; program 8 a.m. | Truckee Town Hall
Local history over breakfast, with Greg Zirbel of the Truckee-Donner Historical Society, JJ Morgan of the Truckee Hotel, and a portrayal of Donner Party member Patrick Breen. Admission includes breakfast and coffee: $10 for Chamber members and $15 for nonmembers.
Wednesday, October 21
Ski For The Love: Way She Goes
5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. | Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema, Tahoe City
The hometown screening of the crew’s latest film, following a season of chasing snow from Tahoe to Japan, Canada, Alaska, Argentina, and New Zealand.
The Basics: Avalanche Education Series
Doors 6 p.m.; presentation 6:30 p.m. | Alibi Ale Works, Truckee
Cody Townsend and David Reichel cover trip planning, equipment, and being a good backcountry partner. The first of four education evenings also includes a raffle benefiting Sierra Avalanche Center.
Thursday, October 22
East Nevada County community meeting
5 p.m. | Donner Room, Joseph Center, 10075 Levon Avenue, Truckee
Share what’s working, what needs improvement, and which county services matter most to east county residents. The discussion covers services ranging from roads and emergency preparedness to housing, health, and libraries.
Low Tide film premiere
5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. | Alibi Ale Works, Truckee
Another evening of local ski talent on screen, with Zero G Films’ Low Tide, merchandise, and raffles.
Friday, October 23
Tahoe City Zombie Crawl
5–10 p.m. | Downtown Tahoe City
Dress up and wander between participating businesses for entertainment, specials, and Halloween festivities. Participation is free, and a free event shuttle runs from Olympic Valley and the West Shore. Check the event page for the shuttle schedule.
Moment’s season kickoff party
Doors 5 p.m.; films around 7:30 p.m. | Moment HQ, 1085 Bible Way, Reno
Films from Britta, Tyler Curle, and Ski For The Love, plus raffle prizes and new skis to admire. Proceeds support The Holland Project. Admission is $15 for films or $20 including alcohol for those 21 and over.
Saturday, October 24
TDGC Champions Cup
10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday | Ponderosa Golf Course, Truckee
A temporary 27-hole course hosts this two-day charity tournament benefiting Truckee Disc Golf Club. The $45 base entry supports the club, and PDGA membership isn’t required. Registration closes Wednesday, October 21, at 5 p.m.
Día de los Muertos celebration
Noon–7 p.m. | Tahoe Backyard, Kings Beach
A free community gathering with live music, face painting, food, and an altar honoring loved ones who have passed. Families and friends are welcome.
Tahoe Chocolate & Wine Festival
6–10 p.m. | Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, Incline Village
Sierra Community House’s annual fundraiser brings together wine, chocolate, and live music from Dead Winter Carpenters. Proceeds support its programs serving North Tahoe and Truckee, including hunger relief and family support. Tickets are $250.
Sunday, October 25
Festie Babes clothing swap and market
1–6 p.m. | Alibi Ale Works, Truckee
Swap festival clothing, browse local vendors, and enjoy DJs. Entry is $10. Clothing drop-offs happen Tuesday and Thursday, 4–7 p.m., ahead of Sunday’s swap. All genders welcome.
Looking ahead
Winter Weather Outlook and Preparedness, October 26: A free Town Talk at Martis Valley Lodge, starting at 9 a.m., with the National Weather Service, CHP, and Truckee’s Office of Emergency Services.
Tahoe City Community Center meeting, October 27: Share recreation priorities at North Tahoe High School at 6 p.m. Potential concepts include an indoor gym, aquatics facility, or combined recreation facility. No construction decision has been made.
Local jobs
Four openings posted since last week:
Team Member at Word After Word Books: A full-time, year-round bookselling role in Truckee. $18/hour during training, then $20/hour after completing Bookseller Level I.
Field Organizer at Sierra Watch: Full-time conservation outreach and community organizing in the Tahoe-Truckee region. $58,000–$68,000 annually.
Repair Technician at Tahoe Dave’s: Winter work tuning, repairing, and servicing skis and snowboards. $24–$29/hour.
Greeter Host at Northstar California: Winter seasonal guest services, with part-time hours available. $20/hour.
Weather outlook
Enjoy the dry start: the National Weather Service forecast turns wetter Wednesday and Thursday, with snow mainly at higher elevations.
Today, Monday: Sunny, high near 63°F. Gusts could reach 25 mph.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, around 61°F, with a chance of rain overnight.
Wednesday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm, high near 56°F.
Thursday: Rain likely, around 50°F. Snow levels near 8,400 feet.
Friday: Mostly sunny, around 54°F.
Saturday: Sunny, around 56°F.
Sunday: Another chance of rain and mountain snow, around 53°F.
Overnight temperatures drop into the 20s later in the week. Keep the rain jacket handy for midweek plans.
Check the NWS forecast for Truckee →
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See you out there,
Matt