Congratulations to KidZone Museum: Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Site in Truckee River Regional Park

Congratulations to KidZone Museum for their celebratory groundbreaking ceremony on July 10, marking the start of construction on its long-awaited permanent home. Longtime Executive Director Carol Meagher presided over the event, which included a blessing of the land by members of the local Washoe Tribe, remembering the native Washoe people.

Suzanne Montgomery, Board Campaign Chair, KidZone Museum Board Members and supporters, community leaders, and KidZone staff and families donned hard hats and took part in the ceremonial groundbreaking by shoveling dirt into the future museum site. For more than 30 years, KidZone Museum has been an equitable play space, serving families throughout the region while working toward the vision of creating a permanent destination where all children are welcome to learn through play, explore science and nature, and develop critical early childhood skills.

The new campus will feature a 6,500-square-foot museum and science center, plus a 9,000-square-foot outdoor learning and play environment. Community partners including Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District, joined building partners including JKAE, CORE Construction, Teichert, and more in celebrating the project's exciting new chapter.

Construction is now underway, with KidZone Museum continuing its fundraising efforts to support exhibits, maker spaces, climbable structures, and other interactive learning experiences that will bring the new campus to life.

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Meet New Member: Chabad of Truckee

L'Chaim Jewish Festival - Sunday, August 2, 2026 - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Please join us in welcoming Chabad of Truckee, led by Rabbi Chaim and Bassi Kudan, to the Truckee Chamber community. Founded to serve the growing Jewish population in the Truckee-Tahoe region, Chabad offers a welcoming space for residents and visitors through Shabbat and holiday celebrations, educational programs, community events, and Jewish lifecycle services.

They're also bringing a new community celebration to Truckee! The inaugural L'Chaim Truckee-Tahoe Jewish Heritage Festival takes place Sunday, August 2, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at Truckee River Regional Park. This free, family-friendly festival features live music, authentic Jewish food, cultural activities, and fun for all ages. Everyone is welcome to attend and experience this vibrant celebration of community and culture.

Read our full New Member spotlight on Truckee.com to learn more about Chabad of Truckee.

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Tahoe Forest Wellness Group Acupuncture

Community Acupuncture is an affordable and effective way to experience the benefits of acupuncture in a group setting. Led by licensed acupuncturist Brianna Browning, our sessions offer personalized treatments targeting various health concerns, including stress, chronic pain, digestive complaints, and fatigue.

Cost: $75 per session

Location: Tahoe Forest Wellness - 10833 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee

Call the Tahoe Forest Wellness Center to book your appointment: (530) 587-3769.

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Regional Funders Join Forces for the 2026 Regional Community Grant Cycle

Four leading regional funders are making it easier for nonprofits to access critical funding through a shared grant application process. The Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation, Martis Camp Foundation, Martis Fund, and Tahoe Donner Giving Fund have aligned their 2026 Regional Grantmaking Cycle, allowing eligible nonprofits serving North Lake Tahoe-Truckee to submit one Common Application for consideration by all four organizations.

The online application will be open August 1-31, 2026, with the collective anticipating more than $2 million in grant funding. The streamlined process reduces administrative burden, giving nonprofits more time to focus on serving the community while helping funders better understand regional needs and opportunities.

Eligible organizations can apply for program, capacity-building, and unrestricted mission-driven grants.!

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Membership University (Virtual)

Tomorrow, July 22, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Join us tomorrow for our Virtual Membership University, an hour-long program designed exclusively for Chamber members to learn about everything the Chamber does and how to maximize your membership. This interactive session will walk you through our strategic plan, mission, and the work our team focuses on to support our business community and tools that you can use to spread the word about your organization and events.

Learn where your membership dollars go, explore programs, events, benefits, and resources you may not know about, and discover the many committees and involvement opportunities available to you. We’ll also highlight the tools and advocacy efforts we provide to help your business thrive. Stay informed, get involved, and make your membership work for you—we hope you'll join us.

This event will be held virtually during your lunch hour. Please register to get the Google Meeting link.

New Regional Partnership Brings Expanded Job Board Services Through Truckee North Tahoe Jobs Collective

The Truckee Chamber of Commerce, North Tahoe Chamber, and Tahoe Prosperity Center have formalized a regional partnership to expand and strengthen workforce development efforts through the newly rebranded Truckee North Tahoe Jobs Collective. Building on the success of the Truckee Jobs Collective, the expanded Truckee North Tahoe Jobs Collective will leverage new regional partnerships, resources, and outreach efforts to better serve employers, job seekers, and communities throughout the greater Truckee-Tahoe region.

“The Truckee Chamber of Commerce launched the Jobs Collective in 2019 to address one of the region’s most significant economic challenges: workforce recruitment and retention,” said Jessica Penman, Truckee Chamber president and CEO. “The platform has served as a centralized resource connecting local employers with job seekers throughout the Truckee-Tahoe region, so partnering with the North Tahoe Chamber and the Tahoe Prosperity Center to expand its ability to serve businesses and our local workforce was a natural next step.”

The partnership represents a significant investment in the long-term economic health of the region. By helping local businesses attract and retain talent, the Truckee North Tahoe Jobs Collective supports business sustainability, workforce development, and a stronger local economy.

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Town Talk: Town of Truckee Housing Programs

Next Monday, July 27, 2027 | 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Housing continues to be one of the most important issues facing our community, and the Town of Truckee is actively working on programs and partnerships to help address local housing needs.

Join us for this quarter's Town Talk: Understanding the Town of Truckee's Housing Programs. Town staff will provide an overview of the Town's current housing programs, upcoming projects, and long-term strategies to increase housing opportunities for local workers and residents. Learn about affordable and workforce housing initiatives, available resources, and what's on the horizon for Truckee. This is an opportunity to hear directly from Town staff, ask questions, and better understand the work being done to support a thriving Truckee.

Town Talk is designed to provide timely, relevant information on issues impacting our community, with space for questions, discussion, and shared learning. This program is free for all community members and coffee will be provided. Please register or you can sign in at the door.

Upcoming Events

We're excited for our August 13 Community Connections event with Vida.Brillo Red Light Therapy! Enjoy sips, bites, and an introduction and mini session. Space is limited, so register today.

It's been fantastic to see the tennis courts full of bikes, courtesy of Truckee Trails Foundation and VTT's complimentary bike valets, at Music in the Park! This week and next week, two of our local favorite bands are playing, tomorrow is Down the Rabbit Hole and Dead Winter Carpenters play next Wednesday.

From free botany sessions and walks to group mountain bike rides, music, and many more community events, check out our events calendar on Truckee.com!

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