Published Oct. 2, 2025

Invocation from Lydia was, as always special and timely as she shared thoughts of the special part of the fall season: pumpkins!

Sunshine

Our “Sunshine” is something we do each week to those who need more support and a bit of a pick-me-up. We continue to send our thoughts and love to all.

LOTS OF SUNSHINE TO SEND THIS MORNING:

Sunshine continues to be broadcasted for our warrior Wendy. We wish to extend a special bit of support and love for Jim Barr and family (Shirley Barr, former member and Jim’s wife, and Amy Jackson, Jim’s daughter). Laurie F., who’s dear friend recently passed unexpectedly. And to Vanna’s friend who is in the hospital recovering from a horrific traffic accident and another friend recently diagnosed with Breast Cancer.

Today’s gathering was something we relish; SISTAhood time! And today’s program was all about BOOKS!

We certainly have a group of dedicated and accomplished READERS! We enjoyed hearing from our members about the books that are their favorites. Please click here to see a comprehensive list of some GREAT READS.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

• HWHW (Healthy Women/Healthy World) is organizing a Monthly Movement series. Each will take place following our business meetings around 9 am. Join us and bring a friend! Save the dates and let’s move! Oct. 9, Leaf Peeping Hike at Fallen Leaf Lake! (Nov. 13, Dec. 11, Jan. 8, Feb. 12, Mar. 12, Apr. 9, May 14, and June 11….activities will be announced)
• SOCIAL COMMITTEE fun activities out include: Oct. 5, 3 – 7 PM. Witches Night Out at Valhalla. Tickets here. Nov. 16, 4 PM on is Friendsgiving at Laurie Fleshers. Signups coming soon Max. 30 peeps. Dec 18 following our SITS Holiday Party will be a Cookie Exchange. Jan. 22 at 9 AM, let’s all gather at Elements for breakfast following our meeting. MORE SOCIAL to follow!
• Technology Committee is thrilled that many of our members will attend the next Tech Cafe October 9th. 4-6 PM at Laurie Flesher’s home.

SITS Member Quick Reminders

Quarterly Member Dues and Happy Dollars: These funds are how we pay for our overhead expenses so they are very important. Dues is generated by our Treasurers. Happy Dollars can be paid directly online on our website www.sitahoesierra.org on the Donate button. “Note” what the payment is for to help out our team!

SITS Committee Signups~ Go to our signup listing for this new year of our fabulous club here!

SITS Newsletter wants YOU! Our newsletter is amazing and so is our team! The process is easy to learn and your commitment time is scheduled by you! You can prep ahead of your publication and make it a snap. Our team will be happy to teach you the point-n-click program and we’ll be at your side throughout the year. Sign up for your weeks now!

Our Soroptimist apparel line is ready for purchase! Liz Prestella’s Torq’d clothing line for women is our supporter of this endeavor. Members and appreciators of SITS are now able to purchase apparel and items from her website. See what items are offered and to order go here. Thank you to the SITS team and to Torq’d for all of the hard work.

NON-SITS

Fun and Opportunities in Tahoe

There’s actually so much going on so you’re going to want to check out the EVENTS tab on www.southtahoenow.com, but here’s a few to get you started!

Tahoe Learning Haven OCTOBER FORUM

Winter Student Job Fair

WED., Oct. 8,2025  6 pm – 8:30 pm @ Boys & Girls Club of SLT (1100 Lyons Ave)_

 This year, we are hosting a WINTER student job fair for students looking for a job during the school year. We will host a resume building workshop, interview practice and a job fair for students (15-18 years old) who are looking for WINTER jobs here in on the South Shore. Businesses and employers from South Lake Tahoe will be on site to pass out applications, accept resumes, and even conduct interviews!  Sign up here.

LTCC Art Exhibition featuring Ian Ruhter. Open reception Oct.9 from 5 – 9 PM with his work being shown to Dec. 11, 2025. Read more about “The Lake” here.

This is the 39th Season of Tahoe Arts Project. TAP performances include: Push Physical Theater-Jan 26-30, 2026, Katie Jane Band-March 2 – 6, 2026, Living Voices-March 23-27, 2026. And don’t forget Dancing with the Tahoe Stars on October 11, 2025. Get your tickets here!

Estate Planning and Philanthropy! This complimentary informational workshop on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6 PM, is designed specifically to discuss how you can help minimize your estate taxes while maximizing the assets you pass to your heirs. Topics covered include: What is Estate Planning and Who Needs it, Estate Taxation, Trust Planning, and our favorite, Charitable Giving Strategies. This is an ONLINE presentation and the details are here!

To register for the Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless FACES event, click here.

Nov. 9, 2025

The Tahoe Women’s Community Fund is having their membership drive! The Tahoe Women’s Community Fund, a philanthropic leadership organization, is dedicated to building and engaging an inclusive and diverse membership of women interested in strengthening our community through the power of collective giving. Be a part of something big!

Vista Rise Collective (previously Live Violence Free) is always looking for volunteers. There are many opportunities, for both direct and indirect services. Cash donations are always welcome, but every Tuesday they accept non cash donations such as furniture, clothing, etc. For more information about volunteering, donations and/or services provided click here.

Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care could use donations of towels if you have some to take to goodwill, take them here instead. Check out their Facebook page here

PETAL KINDNESS is a non-profit organization that rescues flowers to uplift others and helps divert green waste from landfills. They are in desperate need of vases. Drop them off at 2941 Lake Tahoe Blvd. Leave behind wooden pallet wall.

Petal Kindness rescues these flowers from the landfill and provides them to non-profits, hospitals, senior centers, and community-based organizations to bring comfort, joy, and healing to our local community members. Donations and volunteers are always needed!

UC Master Gardener’s Free Event. Click here for more information.

Zephyr Cove Library’s latest programs for adults

Check out their website for opportunities offered.

www.library.douglascountynv.gov

Blood donations are needed and four are scheduled in our community. Please see details here and make your appointment today!

Looking for up to date resources in our community? Barton Health has a list for all of us and it is actively updated! SHARE this link with others!

ALL YEAR LONG!

LTCC Basic Needs Center is looking for food donations. A variety of foods and basic need items are on the list. Click here for full list and drop off details

If you’d like to donate through our club, please bring your donations to the monthly business meeting and Lisa C. or Andie will make sure they are delivered to the college. Please include an estimate on the value as LTCC needs to keep records of that information.

South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue has a quarterly newsletter to keep us all updated on fire safety info. Their goal is to help people learn about the fuels reduction products they are working on, seasonal fire safety info and other fire dept related news. Click here to sign up for the newsletter

Saint Joseph Community Land Trust has changed their Motel to Home (MTH) program from a loan program to a grant program and we’re hoping this will attract families living in substandard housing, who would like to live in a more permanent and adequate home. Please click here for more details

Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless seeks community support in keeping people cared for.

Our South Shore community has been able to sleep better knowing that our homeless population has an indoor option. This winter season marked the 10th anniversary of the Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH) providing warm beds to the most vulnerable in our community.

The office hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 12-4 at the Red Lodge, 1137 Emerald Bay Rd.

More details here

Between Horses and Humans continues to grow! If you’re a lover of youth and a lover of horses, this is a program for you! You can keep up on their information by reading their newsletters here! Volunteers and donations are always needed. BHH Update-they are soon relocating to the Amacker Ranch!

Food Assistance Guide for So. Lake Tahoe. If you know of anyone in need, please share this information. Click and print!