From Friday, November 16 2007 - 10:00am To Sunday, November 18 2007 - 8:30pm Each week
The Valhalla Holiday Faire Approximately thirty of the finest crafters and the most exceptional holiday boutiques will be selling unique gifts, seasonal crafts and ornaments. Only the highest quality, hand-made items will be on display. If you are looking for something special as a gift or for your home, this will be the place to find it. As a special treat, Father Christmas will be available for requests and posing for photos with the kids and will greet the public. And much more…Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Valhalla Grand Hall, Tallac Historic Site, 3 miles north of South Lake Tahoe on Highway 89 Free to the public. www.valhallatahoe.com For more information contact: Tahoe Tallac Association (530) 541-4975
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