• Teens working on a book, story or poem are invited to meet with fellow writers for an afternoon of socializing, discussion, and writing. This free workshop sponsored by Friends of the Library is on Fridays through Feb. 28 at 3pm at the South Lake Tahoe Library, 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd.

• Jack Duran is now chair of the Placer County Board of Supervisors.

• Lake Tahoe Unified and Lake Tahoe Community College’s boards will meet Feb. 11 at LTCC to discuss how they can maximize education and technology resources.

• Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area will be closed Jan. 13-16, with plans to reopen Jan. 17-Jan. 20 with the Learning Center and Ski School open to conduct first-time and beginner lessons.

• The Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company will conduct auditions for “Chicago” Jan. 14. For more information, call (775) 445.4249.