Happy extra spooky Monday everyone 👻
Halloween is coming up on Saturday, and there’s lots happening in the meantime. A new restaurant is opening in the old 5050, Tahoe City wants your input on recreation facilities, and there are a couple of important dates to keep on your radar.
This week at a glance
Truckee Prime is aiming for a November open. The former FiftyFifty restaurant space is becoming a steakhouse with a laid-back vibe.
Have a say in Tahoe City’s recreation future. Tuesday’s meeting covers potential gym and aquatics options.
Friday is a big family night. Truckee and Tahoe City both have Halloween outings, with Día de los Muertos inside Truckee’s Community Arts Center.
Boaters, plan ahead. Lake Forest Boat Ramp closes November 1–30 for dredging.
Local news and community updates
Truckee Prime plans a November opening
A new steakhouse is opening in the former FiftyFifty restaurant space. Dustin Hurley and Zeke Straw are behind Truckee Prime, with chef Chris Lott leading the kitchen. The plan is steaks, seafood and cocktails in a relaxed mountain-town setting.
Sierra Sun’s October 22 report says the team is preparing for a November opening.
What should Tahoe City’s community center become?
An indoor gym, an aquatics facility, or a combination of the two? Those are concepts being considered for the existing Tahoe City Community Center property. No construction decision has been made.
TCPUD is gathering input Tuesday, October 27, 6–7:30 p.m. at North Tahoe High School, following nearly 1,200 survey responses. Bring your priorities and questions. Meeting details and RSVP.
Lake Forest Boat Ramp closes for November
TCPUD says Lake Forest Boat Ramp will close November 1–30 for dredging. Winter launch operations will move temporarily to Obexers Marina in Homewood. Completion by November 30 depends on weather and conditions, so check the district’s updates before heading out.
More primary care providers land at Tahoe Forest
Tahoe Forest has added four primary care providers: Sara Holmes, MD; Connor Lemos, MD; Amber Forster, FNP; and Anna Petersen, FNP. They’re based at 10956 Donner Pass Road. All four are accepting new patients; contact the clinic for appointment availability.
Help oversee local wildfire-prevention spending
Truckee Fire is recruiting for its Measure T Citizens’ Oversight Committee, which helps oversee local wildfire-prevention spending. The committee has two member seats and five alternate positions for people who want to help review how those funds are being used. Applications are due November 6 at 5 p.m..
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Last week’s Local Spotlight
Palisades Tahoe Community Foundation
Last week I shared the story of the foundation helping young athletes stay in the game. PTCF supports young skiers and snowboarders on the mountain and in school. It’s an organization I’m proud to be part of as a board member.
PTCF’s Annual Auction is now open, with a few cool items up for bid:
Reserved parking: your own space by the entrance of Olympic Valley’s Preferred Parking Lot, held for the season with a custom name sign.
Apex Club: a membership for the 2026–27 season, including priority lift access, the Apex Lounge and premium parking.
Retired trail signs: eight authentic signs from the mountain.
Bidding closes Wednesday, November 18 at 8 p.m. Proceeds support scholarships, the Academic Center and season-long support for young winter athletes. Browse the lots and place a bid.
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Events this week
Monday, October 26
Truckee Chamber Town Talk: Winter Weather Outlook and Preparedness
9 a.m. | Martis Valley Lodge, 11951 CA-267, Truckee | Free
Hear from the National Weather Service, CHP and Truckee’s Office of Emergency Services about winter outlooks and preparedness. Coffee provided; RSVP is helpful but not required.
Tuesday, October 27
Tahoe City Community Center Input Meeting
6–7:30 p.m. | North Tahoe High School, 2945 Polaris Road, Tahoe City
Share your recreation priorities and see preliminary facility concepts. RSVP is encouraged, not required; the organizer does not list an admission charge. Study and RSVP.
Wednesday, October 28
Truckee Evacuation Study Community Workshop
5:30–7 p.m. | Truckee Town Hall, 10183 Truckee Airport Road | Free
Review early findings and potential projects, then share feedback before recommendations are finalized. Spanish interpretation will be available; registration is encouraged.
Thursday, October 29
TDU MTB Movie Premiere
Doors 5 p.m.; movie 6:30 p.m. | Alibi Truckee, 10069 Bridge Street | Free; donations welcome
A new mountain-bike movie from TDU, open to all ages, with donations supporting the organization.
Friday, October 30
Downtown Tahoe City Trick-or-Treat
4–6 p.m. | Starts at Heritage Plaza, Tahoe City | Free
Costumes and candy with participating downtown businesses, one evening before Halloween.
Halloween in the Park
4–6 p.m. | Community Arts Center Downtown Park, Truckee | Free
Trick-or-treating, music and a costume contest at 5:30 p.m.
Día de los Muertos Community Celebration
4–7 p.m. | Community Arts Center Auditorium, 10046 Church Street, Truckee | Free
Food, crafts, activities and a community altar remembering loved ones. Bring a photo of someone you’d like to honor. It’s next door to Halloween in the Park, making it easy to visit both.
Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1
Tube-or-Treat at Sugar Rush: Saturday · Sunday
10 a.m.–4 p.m. | 350 Sugar Bowl Road, Donner Summit | $25 per person for a two-hour session
Saturday adds a DJ, trick-or-treating and costumes; Sunday continues the tubing. Riders must be at least 42 inches tall. Weather and conditions permitting; advance reservations recommended.
Local jobs
A few fresh openings from the Truckee North Tahoe Jobs Collective:
Part-time bookseller at Word After Word Books, Truckee. Three to four days a week, including weekends and holidays. $18/hour during training, rising to $20/hour after the first bookseller training level.
Print Production Technician at The Office BOSS, Truckee. Full-time, $18–$22/hour. Printing, customer service and shipping support; training is available.
Groups Sales Manager at Granlibakken Tahoe, Tahoe City. Full-time, $24–$26/hour plus a commission agreement, coordinating group bookings, conferences, retreats and weddings.
Development Manager at Sierra State Parks Foundation, Kings Beach. Full-time, $75,000–$85,000/year, leading fundraising and communications. Applications are due November 15.
Family registration dates to save
Tahoe City youth hockey: registration opens November 4 at noon. Coed grades 3–6 at Tahoe City Winter Sports Park. Games run January 5–February 18, with playoffs February 23–25, weather and ice permitting. Games fall Tuesday–Thursday between 4 and 6:15 p.m.; confirm your team’s schedule. $120 resident or $132 nonresident for the season, plus optional $30 equipment rental. Full equipment is required; sticks are provided.
Tahoe City youth basketball: registration opens November 4 at noon and closes December 16. Coed grades 1–8. Practices begin in January; games run February 1–April 2, 2027. Weekday afterschool times depend on the team, gym and coaches. $100 resident or $110 nonresident per season. Check with the provider about availability.
Weather and time outside
Here’s the day-by-day NWS forecast for Truckee, updated Monday morning. Expect a sunny start and a cooler Halloween weekend.
Monday, October 26: Sunny and windy; gusts up to 45 mph. High: 52°F.
Tuesday, October 27: Sunny. High: 53°F.
Wednesday, October 28: Sunny. High: 58°F.
Thursday, October 29: Partly sunny. High: 54°F.
Friday, October 30: Mostly sunny; slight chance of rain and snow late overnight. High: 49°F.
Saturday, October 31: Partly sunny, with a chance of rain and snow. High: 45°F.
Sunday, November 1: Partly sunny, with a chance of snow. High: 45°F.
Overnight lows run about 16–28°F through Saturday night. A Lake Wind Advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. Monday. Weekend rain and snow chances may change, so recheck the forecast before outdoor plans.
For anglers, Four Seasons Fly Fishing’s latest dated report, October 16, covers low-water fall fishing around the Truckee. Use it as background and check current conditions before a trip.
A workspace between ski days
Working remotely in Olympic Valley this winter? Our coworking space, The Shack, has fixed and flex desk memberships starting at $180/month. Book a free tour and see whether it’s a fit. A quiet place to get some work done near the mountain.
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See you out there,
Matt