·       On Oct. 26 from 7-8pm the Tahoe Art League is featuring a special presentation and watercolor demo by internationally known artist Jean Haines at Tahoe Mountain Lab. Her 2016 book “Paint Yourself Calm” will be for sale and signing. Contact Robert Schimmel for more info — 530.544.5041.

·       El Dorado County Public Defender’s Office is moving its West Slope location to Shingle Springs.

·       Sierra Nevada College instructor Nathalie Handal is a recipient of a 2016 Arab American Book Award for “The Republics” (University of Pittsburgh Press, 2015).

·       Squaw Valley Ski Museum Foundation has hired Sandy Chio as executive director.

·       Truckee has lifted its burn ban. For specific burning requirements, call 530.582.7850 for more information.