Ben Rupert

The Leisure Hour Club announces that due to extenuating circumstances, John and Ben Rupert, the Club's scheduled speakers for their Wednesday, January 18th meeting will NOT be available.

Replacing these speakers is Kim Copel Harris, who will speak on The History of Pony Express. Ms. Harris is a member of the Leisure Hour Club and currently serves as secretary of the National Pony Express Association, Nevada Division.

Writers, readers and performers from all around the country will appear at South Lake Tahoe this weekend for WordWave, a three-day festival held on the grounds of Valhalla at the Tallac Historic Site.

This literary mash-up features oral storytelling, theater performances and free readings, panels on craft, yoga, and a novel writing camp for kids.

Writers, readers and performers from all around the country will appear at South Lake Tahoe Oct. 9-11, 2015 for WordWave, a three-day festival held on the grounds of Valhalla at the Tallac Historic Site. This literary mash-up will feature oral storytelling, theater performances and free readings, panels on craft, yoga, and a novel writing camp for kids. Highlights include a one-act playwriting contest, a Maker’s Station demo with bookbinding, letterpress, drum making, and found poetry and art. Ticketed events include a steampunk ball, workshops, and even a hike.