What to do...what to do?© Kathleen M. Brune
Jul 17, 2001
Whether you're looking for entertainment, art, culture exhibits or just anything that'll get you out of the house, from now until the end of the year you'll find events galore throughout Northern Nevada.
Sparks Hometowne Farmer's Market
Market, craft and food booths, cooking demonstrations, entertainment--and don't forget people-watching! Find fresh picked berries, corn, peaches, nectarines, green beans, cucumbers and much more. I do nearly all my weekly produce shopping here, and it's a great opportunity to visit with neighbors. Let the kids wear their shorts or swimsuits, and they can play in the fountains at the square in front of the theatre!
When: June 14-August 23, Thursdays from 4:00 pm until 9:00 pm
Where: Victorian Square in Sparks
More Info: Call (775) 353-2291 Artown
Cultural festivals; art exhibits; theater, dance and opera ensembles; art classes; kids' events. Over 200 events are scheduled so if you can think of it, you can pretty much find it going on sometime this month. Check out the official website of Artown for schedules and locations.
When: Throughout the month of July
Where: All over the Reno/Sparks area
More Info: Call (775) 322-1538, or logon to http://www.artown.org
The Big Easy
Sponsored by the Silver Club in Sparks, this festival harkens to the Mardi Gras of Louisiana. Not to be missed, you'll find craft booths, music and entertainment--and a ton of beads! So, "Laissez Les Bon Temps Roulette" -- Let the good times roll!
When: July 13-15
Where: Victorian Square in Sparks
More Info: Call (775) 353-2291
Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival
Featuring two of Shakespeare's greatest comedies, "Two Gentlemen of Verona," and "Comedy of Errors."
When: July 21-August 26
Where: Sand Harbor State Park
More Info: Call (800) 747-4697
Hot August Nights
Looking for something really cool to do on those hot august nights? Then, check out, ummm, Hot August Nights, and celebrate vintage autos and music!
When: July 28-August 5
Where: Throughout the Reno/Sparks and Lake Tahoe areas
More Info: Call (775) 356-1956
Reno Tahoe Open
PGA pro's week-long event featuring pro-am tournament.
When: August 20-26
Where: Montreux Golf & Country Club
More Info: Call (775) 322-3900
Nevada State Fair
It's nearly that time again! Midway games and rides, hanging out with family, friends and neighbors, cotton candy, visiting the animals brought out to show, and checking out all the crafts and exhibits--I'll see ya there!
When: August 22-26
Where: Reno Livestock Event Center
More Info: Call (775) 688-5767
Best in the West Rib Cook-Off
Yum! Ribs 24 different ways! This is one of the biggest rib cook-off's in the United States and features 24 cookers and 125 craft booths. Thank goodness I live only a block away and won't have to worry about parking!
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In response to message posted by katzplanet:
Guess it is, Kathleen. You learn to live with where you're at, right? I've thought about ...
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Hi, Janice!Thanks for the post and for the information. I'll add the dates you mentioned--and I'm looking for more. If you hear of any more, please let me know. :) ...
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In response to message posted by katzplanet:
Kathleen, as a fellow Reno, Nevadan I really enjoy reading your articles. Please dont forget th ...
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Hi, Jerri!Thanks for your post-and last year's Rib Cook-Off was a blast! I'm really looking forward to the event this year. I traveled to Washington every summer as a kid to visit my grandpare ...
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reading about all your Nevada happenings. Your Cookout event in Sparks sounds fun, but when I read all these I can't help but think how "warm" it is in your country. I like to stay in air conditioni ...
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