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ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS.
DIRECTOR’S NOTE | SUMMER 2011
Celebrate Artown’s sweet sixteenth
A
RTOWN HAS AN AMAZING STORY TO
TELL.
As we enter our 16th year,
we’re at a different place than
we’ve previously been. Artown is constantly
evolving. We push boundaries with the
performances and acts we bring; one look at
the World Music Series shows that with its
global presence and outreach.
This year more than ever, Artown’s
participating artists have really taken
ownership and are taking us to an entirely
new level with performances and exhibits
designed to engage, challenge and inspire.
Local artists are a vital component to
Artown and have contributed to the
festival since day one. Our July calendar
is bubbling over with local talent inspiring
an excitement and energy that’s just
spectacular.
Stretching to 32 days beginning with
Opening Night June 30 and concluding July
31, Artown is reinventing itself yet again
for its “sweet 16” with new performances,
dynamic artist influences, unique events,
expanded outreach outside the Reno city
limits and nearly 400 choices.
The arts are essential to any community
and when you set aside a weekend, or
a week, or as is Artown’s case an entire
month, just to focus on the arts, we view
it as our mission to provide value and a
respite for people seeking to be entertained.
And this July will do just that with a mix of
local, national and international talent in a
variety of art forms along with events that
are free or low-cost at a several locations.
The festival’s free events, a cornerstone
of the month’s festivities, continue to attract
thousands with a mix of local, national and
international talent and family-friendly
fare. Series during the month include
the World Music Series, Family Series,
Monday Night Music Series, Dancing in
the Park and Movies in the Park. Discover
the Arts remains a mainstay for children
6 to 12 introducing theater, dance, music,
poetry and visual arts with workshops and
performances each weekday in July.
It’s going to be one incredible month
and we hope you join us for one or many
performances and events.
We’ll see you in the park.
Beth Macmillan
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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JULY
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INSIDE
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Light Circus
DEPARTMENTS
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Meet the artist
Kelly Peyton
This year’s poster
artist offers a fresh,
young perspective on
Nevada’s arts.
Artown Overview
28 Venue Seating
We celebrate the arts with nearly 400
events, spanning 32 days.
Check out the Wingfield Park venue.
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The festival is a catalyst of change
in the community.
30 Artown’s Impact
World Music Series
The popular series has some surprises in
store for audiences this year.
10 Meet the Artist
This new University of Nevada, Reno grad
is the festival’s youngest poster artist.
11 Schedule of Events
From opening celebration to closing night,
here’s your daily guide to Artown.
32 Encore Series
Artown keeps culture at the forefront
throughout the year.
34 Sponsors
We recognize the generosity of these
corporate and individual sponsors.
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Inspiration
artown staff
Beth Macmillan
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Bryan Wildman
F E S T I VA L M A N A G E R
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artown board
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ARTOWN OVERVIEW
artown
Reno becomes
this July
THIRTY-TWO DAYS OF ART
FROM EVERY ANGLE
STEPHEN
PETRONIO’S
“UNDERLAND”
8PM July 30 • Grand
Sierra Resort • $30 - $50
Dancers hurl through space
with razor-sharp precision in
“UNDERLAND,” with music
and lyrics from Nick Cave’s
“Murder Ballads.”
SARAH SILVER
This performance is rated for
mature audiences, ages 18 plus for
language and adult themes.
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A F R O B E A T M A S T E R S make an appearance in
Reno, you can bet it’s July and our town has become
Artown. This annual celebration of the arts opens Thursday,
June 30, and goes nonstop until closing night Sunday, July 31.
“Artown is a coming together of the community to celebrate
the arts,” says Beth Macmillan, executive director of Artown.
“The sheer variety of our events ensures that everyone — from
different age groups to different cultures — can connect with
this festival.”
One festival highlight will be Fourth of July at Hawkins
Amphitheater. That evening, Pink Martini — a “little orchestra”
that crosses genres and cultures — will perform, along with
MarchFourth Marching Band.
“It will be an incredible way to spend the Fourth of July,”
Macmillan says.
Collaborative musical performances highlight the festival
mid-July, first with Doc Severinsen and the San Miguel Five.
Severinsen, along with world-class guitarist Gil Gutierrez and
three other musicians, mix guitar and trumpet for Latin, AfroLatin and gypsy jazz.
Neo-soul diva India.Arie hits the stage two days later
with Israeli musical icon Idan Raichel with their Open Door
collaboration. Combining passionate R&B and pop in an Eastmeets-West experience, the show was a late addition to the
festival but has generated a lot of buzz.
AND
PINK MARTINI
8PM July 4 • Robert Z.
Hawkins Amphitheater
• $45 - $75
Celebrate July 4th with Pink
Martini, the “little orchestra”
that’s big on sophistication
and style with a worldwide repertoire that crosses
genres of classical, jazz
and old-fashioned pop.
Festival favorite MarchFourth
Marching Band opens with
its signature wacky style.
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ARTOWN OVERVIEW
PERLA BATALLA
7:30PM June 30 •
Wingfield Park • Free
A rich voice and poetic
lyrics set Grammy-nominated
singer and songwriter Perla
Batalla apart from the rest.
The world-class vocalist uses
her Mexican-American roots
to combine Mexican, Latin
American and Mestiza music
for a performance full of
rhythm and pure joy.
“Artistic collaborations are so
inspiring, often bringing together
diverse artists for a soul-stirring
performance. These performances
will certainly stir the soul,” Macmillan
said.
During the month of July, Artown
also caters to its younger audiences
with the Family Series, which will include the beloved larger-thanlife Hudson Vagabond Puppets, performing the Beatrix Potter tale
“Jemima the Puddle-Duck.”
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PLAYING
FOR CHANGE
7:30PM July 31 •
Wingfield Park • Free
Sharing peace through
music, Playing For Change
is a global music collective
bringing musicians from
around the world together
for an inspirational live
performance.
INDIA.ARIE AND
IDAN RAICHEL
8PM July 19 • Robert Z.
Hawkins • $25 - $35
La Primavera, Michele Cascella, Private Collection
“Open Door” is a stunning
collaboration between the
incomparable neo-soul
diva India.Arie with Israeli
superstar Idan Raichel. The
pair creates a cross-genre
collection of songs that are
poignantly relevant to a
global audience.
Not complete without a stunning display of dance, this year’s
Artown lineup features New York City’s Stephen Petronio
Company in “Underland” with music and lyrics by Nick Cave’s
“Murder Ballads” at Grand Sierra Resort.
The 32-day festival will close on a wonderful note, when global
music collective Playing For Change performs in Wingfield Park.
This group of musicians from around the world is on a mission
to spread peace through music, from blues and funk to jazz and
reggae, with all sorts of sounds in between. The performance takes
place the same day as Tour de Nez’s final day.
According to Macmillan, Artown continues to stretch further
into the community — both geographically and demographically
— with the help of local artists and presenters.
“They’re helping different segments of our community
experience art,” Macmillan says. “The local artists are making that
happen, and Artown is the vehicle.” ■
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SARAH WEEDEN
7PM July 6 • Wingfield
Park • Free
SEUN KUTI &
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7PM July 20 • Wingfield
Park • Free
Experience a unique brand
of Afro-beat combining jazz,
funk and traditional African
rhythms with high-energy
vocals by Seun Kuti, son of
legendary Nigerian musician
Fela Kuti.
R E N O . During Artown’s World
Music Series, which takes place each Wednesday in
July, audiences get a vivid glimpse into faraway places from
Honduras to Africa.
“We bring different corners of the world right here to
Wingfield Park,” says Beth Macmillan, executive director of
Artown. “When you discover a culture artistically, you get a
snapshot into that culture as a whole.”
This year, the World Music Series will include sounds from
Nigeria, Honduras, Hawaii and the exotic bayous of Louisiana.
“There’s a hunger for world music here in Reno,” says Mark
Simon, who provides technical support for the World Music
Series. “It’s something different that you’d usually have to go to
that country in order to experience.”
EVER LEAVING
7PM July 13 • Wingfield
Park • Free
Setting the standard for
modern Cajun music, the
group’s toe-tapping grooves
combined with 17th century
French lyrics make for a night
of revelry.
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Reno Tahoe Limousine is one of the World Music Series
sponsors, and the company’s co-owner Danell Wilson-Perlman says
it’s one of her favorite parts of Artown.
“For a couple hours,” she says, “we can escape mass-media music
and experience something unique in such a gorgeous setting.” ■
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MEET THE ARTIST
NATIVE NEVADAN SEES
BEAUTY BENEATH THE SURFACE
2011 I S N E V A D A T H R O U G H A N D
— created by a Reno native, the work reflects the rich diversity
that lies beneath an austere landscape.
Artist Kelly Peyton, 23, graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno in May
with a bachelor of fine arts degree. She was selected from among more than a dozen
artists to create the poster that will represent Artown on marketing materials and be
seen throughout the community, and beyond.
“I love Nevada, and I love Reno, and I was just really excited to be representing
that,” Peyton says of receiving the commission.
The work — an unassuming sagebrush whose roots entwine a joyous profusion of
color and organic form — is symbolic of the Silver State, she says.
“The sagebrush is a traditional view of Nevada — a dry plant, outsiders don’t
really see the beauty of it,” Peyton says. “Underneath the surface it’s like the beauty
of Nevada, you have to dig for it to understand the culture beneath the surface.”
For Artown Executive Director Beth Macmillan, the image speaks to the deep
roots the arts have in Reno.
“It just seemed to match what happens to the arts in this community,” she says. “It
comes from within and it bubbles to the surface.” ■
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DISCOVER “GREEN ART” FOR
THE OPENING DAY PARADE
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THURSDAY:
JUNE 30
NIGHT’S CELEBRATION IS A MULTI-VENUE EXTRAVAGANZA
kicking off with family activities and art projects on the
lawn outside McKinley Arts and Culture Center. Following
is a raucous parade with MarchFourth Marching Band and music by
Mexican-American singer and songwriter Perla Batalla at Wingfield
Park.Sponsored by Reno Arts and Culture Commission, Reno Tahoe
USA, MomsLikeMe.com and Friends of Artown. Official host hotel
John Ascuaga’s Nugget. ■
PENING
Opening Day Parade Posies! Paint and assemble your own
gigantic posy and carry it in the parade.
3PM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
FACE PAINTING AND
CHILDREN’S EVENT
Festivities kick off with children’s art activities including
mural painting and hands-on art projects. Body Masterpiece
transforms children’s faces for the opening parade.
TheatreWorks of Northern Nevada, the Note-Ables, the Boys
and Girls Club, “a green” Discover the Arts project, Tune
in for Kids and others join in the festivities. Face painting
reservations required online at Reno.MomsLikeMe.com.
3PM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
MARCHFOURTH MARCHING
BAND PARADE
It’s a mobile big-band spectacular with MarchFourth Marching
Band leading a parade from McKinley Arts and Culture Center to
Wingfield Park along Riverside Dr., complete with stilt walkers,
hula-hoopers and a full brass section and drum corps.
7PM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center to Wingfield Park
925 Riverside Dr. • 322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
PERLA BATALLA
A rich voice and poetic lyrics set Grammy-nominated singer
and songwriter Perla Batalla apart from the rest. The worldclass vocalist uses her Mexican-American roots to combine
Mexican, Latin American and Mestiza music for a performance
full of rhythm and pure joy.
7:30PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
MARCHFOURTH MARCHING BAND
AT THE KNITTING FACTORY
The Opening Night party continues with more MarchFourth
Marching Band and its lively blend of music, dance and
burlesque, marching-band style fun.
10PM • Knitting Factory • 211 N. Virginia St. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
FRIDAY: 1
DISCOVER COWBOY POETRY
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Discover cowboy poetry with Tony Argento followed by a card
art project by Carol Pallesen.
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9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center
925 Riverside Dr. • 322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
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IT’S ALL A BLUR: SOMARTS
TRAVELING EXHIBITION
It’s All A Blur, featuring artists with a global perspective and an
infusion of a Bay Area ethos.
10AM • Sierra Arts Gallery • 17 S. Virginia St., #120 • 329.2787
sierra-arts.org • FREE
RIVER SCHOOL FARM GUIDED TOUR
OF RECYCLED ART
Join us for a summertime farm tour and learn how recycled tile,
wood, stone, straw bales, metal and other materials can be
used to create interesting sculptures and dwellings.
11AM • River School Farm • 7777 White Fir St. • 747.2222
riverschool.info • $5
PIPES ON THE RIVER ORGAN CONCERTS
Classical and contemporary music on the beautiful organ. Organ
demonstrations.
12PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 329.4279
trinityreno.org • FREE
RENO MUNICIPAL BAND
Take in the beautiful weather and scenery at Wingfield Park
while enjoying the music of the Reno Municipal Band.
12PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 334.2414
reno.gov • FREE
REFUGE: OPENING RECEPTION
Experience the art of chronically homeless persons who struggle
with mental illness.
2PM • ReStart • 335 Record St., #155 • 324.2622 ext. 130
restartevents.yolasite.com • Suggested $5 donation.
RENO YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA
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Musical performance by top jazz talent from middle schools
and high schools in the Reno-Sparks, Carson and Lake Tahoe
communities.
2:30PM • Reno-Tahoe International Airport Terminal
2001 E. Plumb Ln. • 328.6400 • renoairport.com • FREE
RN&R’S 16TH ANNUAL ROLLIN’ ON
THE RIVER MUSIC SERIES
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One of Reno’s longest-running, most popular music events —
it’s THE place to be on Fridays in July! Heart Alive, A tribute to
Heart. Sponsored by Miller/Coors.
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5:30PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 324.4440
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THE LIGHT CIRCUS: RECEPTION
Step right up! Don’t miss the brightest show on earth. The Light
Circus is a glowing exhibit featuring vintage neon signs from
across the Silver State.
7PM • The Montage • 255 N. Sierra St. • 762.3260
thelightcircus.com • $5 - $8
GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATER
PRESENTS: “TWELFTH NIGHT”
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy and
highlight of the summer.
7:30PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St.
322.3716 • goodluckmacbeth.org • $10 - $15
TMCC THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS:
“SAUCY JACK & THE SPACE VIXENS”
This award-winning musical excites people with an interactive
relationship with an adult audience. Mature audiences, age 18+
due to language and adult themes.
9PM • A Salon 7 • 495 Morrill Ave, Suite 101 • 789.5671
showtix4u.com • $15
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MOVIES IN THE PARK: “WIZARD OF OZ”
There’s no place like Wingfield Park to enjoy this family favorite
with Judy Garland and Toto, too! Rated G. Sponsored by the
University of Phoenix and Tahoe TV.
9PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
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SATURDAY: 2
NEWLANDS NEIGHBORHOOD WALK
An architectural walk through one of Reno’s oldest and most
prestigious neighborhoods. Guide: Scott Gibson.
9AM • My Favorite Muffin • 340 California Ave. • 747.4478
historicreno.org • $10
THRIFT AND ART WALK ON E. 4TH
Look for art and antiques as you create your own fashion from
thrift store wares. See what E. 4th St. has to offer and model
your unique secondhand fashion in a contest at Underground.
2PM • Studio on 4th • 432 E. 4th St. • 786.6460
studio4th.com • FREE
NEVER ENOUGH BALLROOM
Dance performance by the largest ballroom dance school in
Northern Nevada.
6PM • Reno-Tahoe International Airport Terminal
2001 E. Plumb Ln. • 328.6400 • renoairport.com • FREE
GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATER
PRESENTS: “TWELFTH NIGHT”
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy and
highlight of the summer.
7:30PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St.
322.3716 • goodluckmacbeth.org • $10 - $15
A CELTIC SUMMER’S EVE
Get ready for the heart-pounding rhythms of the unforgettable
Reno Irish Dance Company. Park opens at 5PM with music for
picnic diners.
7:30PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 829.7878
renoirishdanceco.org • FREE
TMCC THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS:
“SAUCY JACK & THE SPACE VIXENS”
KALI IS MELTING
Locally produced performance piece including music, dance
and spoken word. Based on the concepts of dissolution and
transformation, death and rebirth, the one in the other, the
delicate dance between opposites. Music from psychedelic to
progressive rock.
7:30PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 225.4421 • FREE
POPS AT THE RANCH
Featuring the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra, a concert of
patriotic music to get the crowd ready for the 4th of July
weekend.
8PM • Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
323.6393 • renophil.com • FREE
MONDAY: 4
DISCOVER SIERRA ARTS
Wetlands Habitat ArtBox is a fun way to teach children art and a
core subject at the same time. Reservation required.
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
IT’S ALL A BLUR: SOMARTS
TRAVELING EXHIBITION
It’s All A Blur, featuring artists with a global perspective and an
infusion of a Bay Area ethos.
10AM • Sierra Arts Gallery • 17 S. Virginia St., #120 • 329.2787
sierra-arts.org • FREE
PINK MARTINI WITH OPENING ACT
MARCHFOURTH MARCHING BAND
A spectacular July 4th with Pink Martini, the “little orchestra”
that’s big on sophistication and style with a world-wide
repertoire that crosses genres of classical, jazz and oldfashioned pop. Festival favorite MarchFourth Marching Band
opens with their signature wacky style. Sponsored by U.S.
Bank, an Anonymous Gift and Washoe County. Official host
hotel Grand Sierra Resort.
8PM • Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • $45 - $75
TUESDAY: 5
DISCOVER INDIAN CLASSICAL MUSIC
This award-winning musical excites people with an interactive
relationship with an adult audience. Mature audiences, age 18+
due to language and adult themes.
Indian classical music performance by VK Raman. An art project
to follow with Kellie Lee.
9PM • A Salon 7 • 495 Morrill Ave, Suite 101 • 789.5671
showtix4u.com • $15
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
SUNDAY: 3
TMCC THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS:
“SAUCY JACK & THE SPACE VIXENS”
This award-winning musical excites people with an interactive
relationship with an adult audience. Mature audiences, age 18+
due to language and adult themes.
2PM • A Salon 7 • 495 Morrill Ave, Suite 101 • 789.5671
showtix4u.com • $15
ICE CREAM AND PRINTS AND ARTISTS
RECEPTION AT OXBOO PRESS
AGELESS REPERTORY THEATRE
PRESENTS: “OUR TOWN”
Thornton Wilder’s classic performed in readers theater style by
Reno’s all-senior theater company.
1PM • Laxalt Auditorium • 401 W. 2nd St. • 345.7323
webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
BREATH OF HOPE
Music and art by jazz singer and pianist Erika Paul Carlson and
artist Lynette Schweigert.
1PM • The Arbors • 2121 E. Prater Way • Sparks • 626.7878
jazzqmusic.com • FREE
EL RENO APARTMENT HOMES
Have some ice cream and meet the artists/printmakers that
participated in 2.25 Print Exchange and The History of the
United States Vol. 1 Print Portfolio.
Visit the original site of these charming and unique homes and
view seven of them at their new locations. Guide: Debbie Hinman.
3PM • Oxboo Press • 2035 Dickerson Rd. • 303.8086
oxboopress.org • FREE
6PM • Statewide Lighting Parking Lot • 1311 S. Virginia St.
747.4478 • historicreno.org • $10
A PATRIOTIC CELEBRATION
Bring the whole family to hear the 60-voice MasterWorks
Chorale sing your favorite patriotic tunes. Sponsored by
E.L. Cord Foundation.
4PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 324.1940
themasterworkschorale.org • FREE
BAROQUE TO BROADWAY
Experience an eclectic selection of music including works by
Bach and Mozart as well as Broadway favorites. Featured guest
artist is flutist Josue Casillas. Sponsored by the Kling Family
Foundation.
7PM • St. Thomas Aquinas Cathedral • 310 W. 2nd St. • 329.2571
toccatatahoe.com • $5 - $35
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SWEET VIBRATIONS: SQUEEK STEELE
DANCES OF THE WORLD
Scott Joplin meets George Gershwin with ragtime pianist
Squeek Steele and vocalist Megan McKenna.
Join the youth company of the International Folkloric Ballet to
enjoy traditional dances from around the world.
7PM • First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 322.4564
renofirstmethodist.org • FREE
6PM • Studio on 4th • 432 E. 4th St. • 786.6460 • studio4th.com • FREE
THE CARSON CITY SYMPHONY
Conducted by Music Director David Bugli with Trinity Organist
Michael Langham performing Organ Symphony in D minor by
Alexandre Guilmant.
7:30PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 329.4279
trinityreno.org • $10
SPIRE OF FIRE
A temporary interactive art installation exhibited at Burning
Man. Fire dancers and spinners from Controlled Burn entertain
Tuesdays while the sculpture is on fire. Sponsored by City of
Reno Project Grant 2011.
8PM • RiverWalk Downtown Reno • Sierra St. & Island Ave.
742.1602 • blackrockarts.org/projects/braf-reno • FREE
WEDNESDAY: 6
DISCOVER IRISH TRADITIONAL DANCING
Amanda Coulson’s Dancin’ followed by an art project with Kellie Lee.
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
RENO MUNICIPAL BAND
Take in the beautiful weather and scenery at Wingfield Park
while enjoying the music of the Reno Municipal Band.
12PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 334.2414
reno.gov • FREE
COMMD ARTISTS RECEPTION
CommD: Communicable Dis-Ease is an interstate collaborative
exhibition demonstrating the ways that we as artists explore
and express concerns within our environment.
5PM • TMCC Red Mountain Building • 7000 Dandini Blvd. • 674.7698
tmcc.edu/vparts/artgalleries • FREE
AN EVENING OF UKULELES
Join the Reno Ukulele Group for an evening of fun ukulele
music. Bring your ukulele, your outdoor singing voice and aloha
spirit for an unforgettable evening of music.
6PM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr. • 224.2024
PlayUke.net • Suggested $5 donation.
DANCEWORKS DANCE STUDIO
Dance performance by local adult and children’s dance company
of “rising stars.”
6PM • Reno-Tahoe International Airport Terminal • 2001 E. Plumb Ln.
328.6400 • renoairport.com • FREE
SPIRE OF FIRE
OXBOO PRESS OPEN HOUSE
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Create your own prints at this family-friendly print day. Join us for
a free tour and see the 2.25 exhibit.
9AM • Oxboo Press • 2035 Dickerson Rd. • 815.4749
oxboopress.org • FREE
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DISCOVER THE LAKE MANSION
Art, acting, creative movement, singing workshops and a tour of
the Lake Mansion. Reservations required.
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9:30AM • VSA arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion • 250 Court St.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
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A temporary interactive art installation exhibited at Burning
Man. Hula Hoopers from Velocity movement and BoHo Hoops
present “Get Hooped.” All levels and ages welcome. Hula hoops
provided or bring your own. Sponsored by City of Reno Project
Grant 2011.
Popular local jazz vocalist Judith Ames and legendary Detroit
tenor saxophonist Rocky Tatarelli accompanied by some of the
area’s finest jazz musicians.
7PM • RiverWalk Downtown Reno • Sierra St. & Island Ave.
742.1602 • blackrockarts.org/projects/braf-reno • FREE
4:30PM • Park Place Assisted Living • 2305 Ives Ct. • 746.1188
parkplaceassistedliving.com • FREE
THE SALVAGERY ARTIST COLLECTIVE
AND THE HOBSON GALLERY PRESENTS:
ART NIGHT HOSTED BY RENO
RENAISSANCE
Come have paint, canvas and inspiration supplied with local
artists. Don’t be afraid, all levels of experience are welcomed.
7PM • Hobson Gallery • 315 Spokane St. • 846.1001
salvagery.com • FREE
WORLD MUSIC SERIES: AURELIO
Honduran influences highlight an evening of Garifuna, a genre
that blends African, Caribbean and South American acoustic
music using traditional drums and shakers. In partnership with
Washoe County Medical Resources Corps and sponsored by
Reno Tahoe Limo, Charter Media, Tahoe Resources, Women and
Children’s Center of the Sierra and Friends of Artown. Official
host hotel John Ascuaga’s Nugget.
7PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
THURSDAY: 7
A CONCERT OF PIANO RARITIES
A piano recital of classical music featuring works by French and
American romantic composers in addition to Bach and Mozart.
Seating is limited, reservations suggested.
7AM • Steinway Piano Gallery • 500 E. Moana Ln. • 829.0600
spgreno.com • FREE
PARK PLACE JAZZ
FIRST THURSDAY AT THE NEVADA
MUSEUM OF ART
Grab a beer, groove to the live music and check out the galleries
at First Thursday. Free for Museum members.
5PM • Nevada Museum of Art • 160 W. Liberty St. • 329.3333
nevadaart.org/visit/eventcalendar • $10
RENO OPEN STUDIOS EXHIBIT
OPENING RECEPTION
Opening reception for the Reno Open Studios exhibit in the
airport’s Connector Collections Gallery located on the second
level between concourses B and C.
5:30PM • Reno-Tahoe International Airport Terminal
2001 E. Plumb Ln. • 328.6400 • renoairport.com • FREE
BURNER DOCUMENTARY MOVIES
WITH MINGLING
Burner curious? Learn about Burner culture from movies and
local Burners. Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language,
adult themes and nudity.
6PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
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FOR NEVADA WITH LOVE
First of four exhibit openings. This exhibit weaves the story
of contemporary Reno from the perspective of young local
talent featuring photography. Produced by Nevada Humanities
and sponsored by City of Reno Arts and Culture Commission,
National Endowment for the Humanities, U.S. Department of
Education.
6PM • The Holland Project Gallery • 30 Cheney St. • 784.6587
nevadahumanities.org • FREE
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Thornton Wilder’s classic performed in readers theater style by
Reno’s all-senior theater company.
7PM • First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 345.7323
webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
THE UTILITY PLAYERS PRESENTS:
“IMPROVOPOTAMUS”
Don’t miss The Utility Players, voted BEST Comedy Troupe in
Reno, in their gut-busting improv comedy show in the style of
“Whose Line Is It Anyway?” Mature audiences, ages 18+, due
to language and adult themes.
7:30PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St.
513.604.7690 • utilityplayerscomedy.com • Free with Food Bank donation.
DANCING IN THE PARK:
FOUR ROOMS DANCE COLLECTIVE
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Join artistic director Jennie Pitts and the Four Rooms dancers as
they share diverse and colorful works from some of the freshest
voices in contemporary dance.
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8PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 775.790.2252
fourroomsdance.org • FREE
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FRIDAY: 8
DISCOVER “GREEN ART”
SCRIMSHAW PAPERWEIGHT
Make a plaster paperweight in a milk carton. Children will draw,
carve and color wash for a scrimshaw look.
9:30AM • First Congregational Church of Reno
627 Sunnyside Dr. • 322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
DISCOVER STRINGS
Children learn all about strings in a fun and educational setting.
Art project to follow.
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
PIPES ON THE RIVER ORGAN CONCERTS
Classical and contemporary music on the beautiful organ.
Church tour follows the concert.
12PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 329.4279
trinityreno.org • FREE
RENO MUNICIPAL BAND
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Take in the beautiful weather and scenery at Wingfield Park
while enjoying the music of the Reno Municipal Band.
12PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 334.2414
reno.gov • FREE
AGELESS REPERTORY THEATRE
PRESENTS: “OUR TOWN”
Thornton Wilder’s classic presented in readers theater style by
Reno’s own all-senior theater company.
1PM • Circles Edge for Spiritual Living • 1117 California Ave.
345.7323 • webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
4 DESIGNERS PRESENT:
FIBER, CLAY, GLASS AND PAINT
Artists Antonia Lowden, Jill Altmann, Mimi Patrick and Marla
Gartrell present works in fiber, clay, glass and paint. Prior to the
Food Bank of Nevada concert at 6PM.
3PM • Bartley Ranch Historic Huffaker Schoolhouse
6000 Bartley Ranch Rd. • 772.0844 • FREE
PARK PLACE JAZZ
Popular local musician Erika Paul Carlson “The Jazz Lady”
singing and playing jazz tunes from the ’20s, ’30s and ’40s.
4:30PM • Park Place Assisted Living • 2305 Ives Ct. • 746.1188
parkplaceassistedliving.com • FREE
RN&R’S 16TH ANNUAL ROLLIN’ ON
THE RIVER MUSIC SERIES
One of Reno’s longest-running, most popular music events —
it’s THE place to be on Fridays in July! Because, A tribute to the
Beatles. Sponsored by Miller/Coors.
5:30PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 324.4440
newsreview.com/reno • FREE
FOUR 4 FOOD TO MAKE HUNGER
HISTORY
Four bands for a great cause! CeCe Gable, Richard Elloyan, the
Charm of Hugo and Guitar Woody and the Boilers. Benefits the
Food Bank of Northern Nevada. Gates open at 5PM.
6PM • Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
331.3663 • fbnn.org • $10 - $12
HIGH DESERT HARMONY
Reno’s own women’s barbershop chorus, High Desert Harmony,
provide an entertaining evening of four-part harmony tied
together with humorous banter.
6PM • Reno-Tahoe International Airport Terminal • 2001 E. Plumb Ln.
328.6400 • renoairport.com • FREE
AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL IN
HISTORIC VIRGINIA CITY
Traditional American music and dance in seven different venues
throughout the town. Free shuttles.
7PM • C St. & Piper’s Opera House • Virginia City
800.718.7587 • americanafest.org • Suggested $5 donation per venue.
GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATER
PRESENTS: “TWELFTH NIGHT”
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy and
highlight of the summer.
7:30PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St.
322.3716 • goodluckmacbeth.org • $10 - $15
A CAPPELLA JAZZ AND
RENAISSANCE SHOW
A Cappella singing groups: Vocal Art Works, Champagne
Singers, Ravens and Roses, Diva, The Andrew Sisters Act and
special invited guests perform a variety of music.
7:30PM • Center for Spiritual Living • 4685 Lakeside Dr.
852.2429 • vocalartworks.com • $10
BRÜKA THEATRE PRESENTS:
“OEDIPUS THE KING” AND THE
“MEDEA PROJECT”
Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that explore the
contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking in Greek drama.
Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult themes.
8PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
MOVIES IN THE PARK: “INDIANA
JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE”
Indiana (Harrison Ford) and his father (Sean Connery) outwit
Nazis in their attempt to find the Holy Grail. Rated PG-13.
Sponsored by the University of Phoenix and Tahoe TV.
9PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
TMCC THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS:
“SAUCY JACK & THE SPACE VIXENS”
This award-winning musical excites people with an interactive
relationship with an adult audience. Mature audiences, age 18+
due to language and adult themes.
9PM • A Salon 7 • 495 Morrill Ave, Suite 101 • 789.5671
showtix4u.com • $15
SATURDAY: 9
DAY OF VISUAL ARTOWN
ART IN THE GARDEN
Talented local artists in a unique garden setting with
works available for purchase. A percentage of proceeds
benefits Friends of Washoe County Library.
9AM • Art in the Garden • 1280 Monroe St. • 323.6773 • FREE
GIVING ART
Visit with friends and local artists while you shop
outdoors in a peaceful garden setting.
9AM • In the Garden • 701 Brown St. • 322.0203 • FREE
YART SALE
Come to shop and see local artists selling and displaying
their multi-media pieces in a beautiful garden setting.
9AM • Connections • 1420 Mt. Rose St. • 827.2516 • FREE
4 DESIGNERS PRESENT FIBER,
CLAY, GLASS AND PAINT
Artists Antonia Lowden, Jill Altmann, Mimi Patrick and
Marla Gartrell present works in fiber, clay, glass and paint.
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10AM • Bartley Ranch Historic Huffaker Schoolhouse
6000 Bartley Ranch Rd. • 772.0844 • FREE
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INSPIRED BY NATURE
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Award-winning SilverSage artists Joe Donohue (wood
turner), Barb Uriu (jeweler), and Patrica Wallis (oil painter)
with special guest artist Lara Alberti (clock assemblage).
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10AM • Bartley Ranch Brick House • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
223.2024 • silversageartists.org • FREE
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ARTISTS RECEPTION FOR
PERSPECTIVES: PHOTOGRAPHIC
ART WORKS BY U.S. MILITARY
VETERANS
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Meet the artists who share their perspectives on war and
healing. Works by John Giese, Irwin Sorkin and Nolan Preece.
Enjoy refreshments. David J. Drakulich Art Foundation.
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2PM • Northwest Reno Library • 2325 Robb Dr. • 787.4100
davidsartmemorial.org • FREE
PAWSPECTIVE ART SHOW
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Animal-themed art show featuring many local artists.
Proceeds from art sales benefit Nevada Humane Society.
Refreshments served during the show.
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4PM • Nevada Humane Society • 2825 Longley Ln.
856.2000 • nevadahumanesociety.org • FREE
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ETHNIC RENO
Experience the influence of Chinese, African-American, Jewish,
Italian and Basque culture on Reno history. Guides: Sharon HonigBear and Bonnie Butler with guest appearance by Ken Dalton.
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HUDSON VAGABOND PUPPETS
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9AM • National Automobile Museum • 10 S. Lake St. • 747.4478
historicreno.org • $10
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RENO RAINBOW FEST
Celebrate with gay folks while enjoying all-day entertainment,
including the incredible sounds of Mumbo Gumbo, exhibitors, food
and a children’s Rainbowland. Splash pool party at Harrah’s Reno
at 5:30PM. Sponsored by Harrah’s Hotel & Casino and Intuit.
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11AM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 742.9953
renorainbowfest.com • $5
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AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL IN
HISTORIC VIRGINIA CITY
Traditional American music and dance in seven different venues
throughout the town. Free shuttles.
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12PM • C St. & Piper’s Opera House • Virginia City
800.718.7587 • americanafest.org • Suggested $5 donation per venue.
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GINNY RUFFNER AND
“A NOT SO STILL LIFE”
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See the award-winning film “A Not So Still Life” about artist
Ginny Ruffner and meet her in person.
2PM • Nevada Museum of Art • 160 W. Liberty St. • 329.3333
nevadaart.org/visit/eventcalendar • $8 - $12
BOHEMIAN CHILDHOOD IN
NORTHERN NEVADA
Grown children of local post-war Bohemian artists share their
unconventional memories at this reception.
4PM • Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center • UNR Campus • 682.5665
knowledgecenter.unr.edu/specoll/ • FREE
THE SALVAGERY ARTIST COLLECTIVE
AND THE HOBSON GALLERY
SALVAGERY ARTIST COLLECTIVE
ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Come celebrate the one-year anniversary of the RePiano Project
with the Salvagery Artist Collective. Featuring the original piano
artists from Artown 2010.
7PM • Hobson Gallery • 315 Spokane St. • 846.1001
salvagery.com • FREE
GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATER
PRESENTS: “TWELFTH NIGHT”
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy and
highlight of the summer.
7:30PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St.
322.3716 • goodluckmacbeth.org • $10 - $15
BRÜKA THEATRE PRESENTS:
“OEDIPUS THE KING” AND THE
“MEDEA PROJECT”
Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that explore
the contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking in Greek
drama. Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult
themes.
8PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
TMCC THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS:
“SAUCY JACK & THE SPACE VIXENS”
This award-winning musical excites people with an interactive
relationship with an adult audience. Mature audiences, age 18+
due to language and adult themes.
9PM • A Salon 7 • 495 Morrill Ave, Suite 101 • 789.5671
showtix4u.com • $15
SUNDAY: 10
GELATIN PRINTING
Create your own prints with gelatin at this family-friendly open
house and view the 2.25 International Print Exchange featuring
art from around the world.
9AM • Oxbow Press • 2035 Dickerson Rd. • 303.8086
oxboopress.org • FREE
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DUSTY ROADS ARTISTS ON THE PLAZA
Showcasing the art and artists of rural Nevada from the St.
Mary’s Art Center. These artists demonstrate their talent, exhibit
their works and are ready to share their love of our state.
10AM • West Street Plaza • West St. & 1st St. • 846.0704 • FREE
INSPIRED BY NATURE
MOMENTS IN LIGHT:
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Come meet the artist. Color photography by Jeff Lock who has
been photographing nature for more than 25 years.
3PM • Buenos Grill • 3892 A Mayberry Dr. • 787.8226
jefflockphotography.com • FREE
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OPERA IN BLUE JEANS
Award-winning SilverSage artists Joe Donohue (wood turner),
Barb Uriu (jeweler) and Patrica Wallis (oil painter) with special
guest artist Lara Alberti (clock assemblage).
The Nevada Opera Association presents a fun evening of
favorite songs from operas, operettas and Broadway musicals.
10AM • Bartley Ranch Brick House • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
223.2024 • silversageartists.org • FREE
7PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 786.4046
nevadaopera.org • FREE
THE ART OF BBQ
Midtown is having a BBQ event to benefit Artown. We promise
this is going to be a one-of-a-kind event you don’t want to miss.
Enjoy music, beer, themed costumes and tents, and the best
backyard culinary fare around. Participants come in themed attire.
11AM • Virginia Street • S. Virginia St. & St. Lawrence Ave.
622.8835 • FREE
AMERICANA MUSIC FESTIVAL IN
HISTORIC VIRGINIA CITY
Traditional American music and dance in seven different venues
throughout the town. Free shuttles.
12PM • C St. & Piper’s Opera House • Virginia City
800.718.7587 • americanafest.org • Suggested $5 donation per venue.
ART OF CULTURE DAY
Celebration of our community’s cultural diversity. Enjoy
international fare and traditional performances from local artists
that represent an abundance of cultures in our area.
12PM • Victory City Church • 831 E. Glendale Ave. • Sparks
359.5050 • facebook.com/victorycitychurch • FREE
4 DESIGNERS PRESENT FIBER, CLAY,
GLASS AND PAINT
Artists Antonia Lowden, Jill Altmann, Mimi Patrick and Marla
Gartrell present works in fiber, clay, glass and paint.
1PM • Bartley Ranch Historic Huffaker Schoolhouse
6000 Bartley Ranch Rd. • 772.0844 • FREE
JULIA DOLLISON & KERRY MARSH
PERFORM JAZZ STANDARDS
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DISCOVER MUSIC CAMP
A week-long music workshop singing, making music, exploring
instruments and having fun. “Green Art” project.
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9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center
925 Riverside Dr. • 322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
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YOUNG MUSICIANS SHOWCASE
A select group of Reno’s most talented young musicians perform.
6PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 323.6393
renophil.com • FREE
FAMILY SERIES: THE HUDSON
VAGABOND PUPPETS “JEMIMA
PUDDLE-DUCK”
Back by popular demand, the larger-than-life Hudson Vagabond
Puppets perform “Jemima Puddle-Duck,” the beloved Beatrix
Potter story with music by William Walton. Sponsored by
Women and Children’s Center of the Sierra and The Thelma and
Thomas Hart Foundation. Official host hotel John Ascuaga’s
Nugget.
7PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
MONDAY NIGHT MUSIC SERIES:
RENO POPS ORCHESTRA
& THE WILD WEST
Julia Dollison and Kerry Marsh perform the music of Maria
Schneider along with jazz standards.
Reno Pops Orchestra celebrates the music, dance, poetry, song
and soundtracks of Nevada’s Wild West music. Sponsored by
the Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation, Charles Schwab Bank and
Washoe County.
2PM • Freight House District • 250 Evans Ave. • 334.7041
freighthouse.com • FREE
7:30PM • Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
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TMCC THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS:
“SAUCY JACK & THE SPACE VIXENS”
This award-winning musical excites people with an interactive
relationship with an adult audience. Mature audiences, age 18+
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2PM • A Salon 7 • 495 Morrill Ave, Suite 101 • 789.5671
showtix4u.com • $15
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DISCOVER MUSIC CAMP
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A week-long music workshop singing, making music, exploring
instruments and having fun. “Green Art” project.
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9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center
925 Riverside Dr. • 322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
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A two-act comedy by Marshall Karp performed in readers
theater style. All ages.
1PM • Laxalt Auditorium • 401 W. 2nd St. • 345.7323
webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
KIDS ART SHOW AND SALE
Kids 0-12 submit up to two original works of art on the
theme “My Best Pet.” A prize awarded to the entry that best
represents the theme. Proceeds used to buy art supplies for a
local emergency children’s shelter. $3 per entry, visit online for
rules and entry.
6PM • The Creative Arts Center • 204 Marsh Ave., #300 • 544.5878
creativeartsreno.com • FREE
POWNING ADDITION
AND LITTLE ITALY
Discover one of Reno’s earliest and most delightful vernacular
neighborhoods, predominantly settled by Northern Italian
immigrants. Guide: Felvia Belaustegui.
6PM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
747.4478 • historicreno.org • $10
SWEET VIBRATIONS: PAT ESTERS
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Cool jazz at its finest with vocalist Pat Esters and her superb
backup musicians Peter Supersano (piano), Dennis Steele
(drums) and Phil Jerome (bass).
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7PM • First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 322.4564
renofirstmethodist.org • FREE
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SPIRE OF FIRE
A temporary interactive art installation exhibited at Burning
Man. Fire dancers and spinners from Controlled Burn entertain
Tuesdays while the sculpture is on fire. Sponsored by City of
Reno Project Grant 2011.
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8PM • RiverWalk Downtown Reno • Sierra St. & Island Ave.
742.1602 • blackrockarts.org/projects/braf-reno • FREE
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DISCOVER MUSIC CAMP
A week-long music workshop singing, making music, exploring
instruments and having fun. “Green Art” project.
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center
925 Riverside Dr. • 322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
RENO MUNICIPAL BAND
Take in the beautiful weather and scenery at Wingfield Park
while enjoying the music of the Reno Municipal Band.
12PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 334.2414
reno.gov • FREE
DANCES OF THE WORLD
DISCOVER THE ARTS
THE SALVAGERY ARTIST COLLECTIVE
AND THE HOBSON GALLERY PRESENTS:
ART NIGHT HOSTED BY RENO
RENAISSANCE
Come have paint, canvas and inspiration supplied with local
artists. Don’t be afraid, all levels of experience are welcomed.
7PM • Hobson Gallery • 315 Spokane St. • 846.1001
salvagery.com • FREE
WORLD MUSIC SERIES: STEVE RILEY
AND THE MAMOU PLAYBOYS
Setting the standard for modern Cajun music, the group’s
toe-tapping grooves combined with 17th century French lyrics
make for a night of revelry. In partnership with Washoe County
Medical Resources Corps and sponsored by Reno Tahoe Limo,
Charter Media, Tahoe Resources, Women and Children’s Center
of the Sierra and Friends of Artown. Official host hotel John
Ascuaga’s Nugget.
7PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
THURSDAY: 14
DISCOVER MUSIC CAMP
A week-long music workshop singing, making music, exploring
instruments and having fun. “Green Art” project.
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center
925 Riverside Dr. • 322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
THE BURLESQUE THEATRE OF NATURE:
ARTIST RECEPTION
Artist reception for Arthur Richmond’s “The Burlesque Theatre of
Nature” exhibition.
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Join the youth company of the International Folkloric Ballet
to enjoy traditional dances from around the world each
Wednesday night.
5PM • University of Phoenix • 10345 Professional Cir. • 329.2787
sierra-arts.org • FREE
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6PM • Studio on 4th • 432 E. 4th St. • 786.6460
studio4th.com • FREE
Second of four exhibit openings. This exhibit weaves the story
of contemporary Reno from the perspective of young local
talent featuring paintings. Produced by Nevada Humanities and
sponsored by City of Reno Arts and Culture Commission, National
Endowment for the Humanities, U.S. Department of Education.
SPIRE OF FIRE
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A temporary interactive art installation exhibited at Burning
Man. Hula Hoopers from Velocity movement and BoHo Hoops
present “Get Hooped.” All levels and ages welcome. Hula hoops
provided or bring your own. Sponsored by City of Reno Project
Grant 2011.
7PM • RiverWalk Downtown Reno • Sierra St. & Island Ave.
742.1602 • blackrockarts.org/projects/braf-reno • FREE
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FOR NEVADA WITH LOVE
6PM • Wonder Well • 271 Wonder St. • 784.6587
nevadahumanities.org • FREE
THE MONTAGE TRIBUTE
TO LOCAL ARTISTS
A limited time art installation featuring works curated by
local artists Marcio Decker and Molly Brown. An evening with
friends, sipping win and enjoying dimensional paintings and
contemporary metal sculptures.
6PM • The Montage • 255 N. Sierra St., #107 • 329.2800 • Free
AGELESS REPERTORY THEATRE
PRESENTS: “THREE VIEWINGS”
A readers theater presentation of a trio of one-acts
by Jeffery Hatcher.
7PM • First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 345.7323
webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
THE SALVAGERY ARTIST COLLECTIVE
AND THE HOBSON GALLERY PRESENTS:
MOVIE NIGHT WITH BEAUTIFUL LOSERS
The films for the night will be Duration and Beautiful Losers, so
stop by and watch a movie about art with friends and strangers.
Rated R.
7PM • Hobson Gallery • 315 Spokane St. • 846.1001
salvagery.com • $5
VIVE LA FRANCE, VIVE L ‘OPERA
It’s Bastille Day! Celebrate by hearing outstanding artists
perform selections from familiar operas and musicals with a bit
of French flair and lots of fun.
7PM • Steinway Piano Gallery • 500 E. Moana Ln. • 829.0600
operabelcanto.org • FREE
BRÜKA THEATRE PRESENTS:
“OEDIPUS THE KING” AND THE
“MEDEA PROJECT”
Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that
explore the contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking
in Greek drama. Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to
language and adult themes.
8PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
DANCING IN THE PARK:
BLACK ROCK DANCE COMPANY
Above and Below, a blend of modern-jazz and
contemporary dance movement pieces. Special guests
Dysrhythmia Contemporary Dance Company, CeCe Gable
and others.
8PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 851.0808
inmotionstudioofdance.com • FREE
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FRIDAY: 15
DISCOVER MUSIC CAMP
A week-long music workshop singing, making music, exploring
instruments and having fun. “Green Art” project.
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center
925 Riverside Dr. • 322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
LAVENDER RIDGE’S
PURPLE SUMMER FESTIVAL
Enjoy a sea of purple blooming lavender, lavender culinary
creations, live music and local artists and crafters.
10AM • Lavender Ridge • 7450 W. 4th St. • 747.3222
lavenderridgereno.com • FREE
NEVADA SHAKESPEARE COMPANY
PRESENTS: “RAMONA AT THE RIDGE”
Staged version of Judy Blume’s popular novel series “Ramona
Quimby” at the Crossbow Stage. Sponsored by Sage Ridge
School. All ages.
11AM • Sage Ridge School • 2515 Crossbow Ct. • 852.6222
nevada-shakespeare.org • FREE
PIPES ON THE RIVER ORGAN CONCERTS
Classical and contemporary music on the beautiful organ. Organ
demonstrations.
12PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 329.4279
trinityreno.org • FREE
RENO MUNICIPAL BAND
Take in the beautiful weather and scenery at Wingfield Park
while enjoying the music of the Reno Municipal Band.
12PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 334.2414
reno.gov • FREE
AGELESS REPERTORY THEATRE
PRESENTS: “SQUABBLES”
A two-act comedy by Marshall Karp performed in readers
theater style.
1PM • Circles Edge for Spiritual Living • 1117 California Ave.
345.7323 • webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
NEVADA SHAKESPEARE COMPANY
PRESENTS: “RAMONA AT THE RIDGE”
Staged version of Judy Blume’s popular novel series “Ramona
Quimby” at the Crossbow Stage. Sponsored by Sage Ridge
School. All ages.
MOVIES IN THE PARK:
“WEST SIDE STORY”
A winner of 10 Oscars celebrates its 50th anniversary. The
biting lyrics of Stephen Sondheim and Jerome Robbins’ brilliant
choreography. Rated PG. Sponsored by the University of
Phoenix and Tahoe TV.
9PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
SATURDAY: 16
1ST ANNUAL FLINT STREET FESTIVAL
It’s a first on Flint! An arts-and-crafts festival with local artisans
to support VSA arts of Nevada at the Lake Mansion.
9AM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion • 250 Court St.
826.6100 • vsanevada.org • FREE
BEYOND THE ARCHES
A historical walk through downtown Reno with stories of the
people and forces that shaped Reno. Guide: Jim Smith.
9AM • National Automobile Museum • 10 S. Lake St. • 747.4478
historicreno.org • $10
ART ON THE PATIO
Art for show and sale by local emerging artists, handmade
jewelry and accessories, refreshments and live music.
10AM • Never Ender Boutique & Art Gallery • 26 Cheney St.
348.9440 • myneverender.com • FREE
LAVENDER RIDGE’S
PURPLE SUMMER FESTIVAL
Enjoy a sea of purple blooming lavender, lavender culinary
creations, live music and local artists and crafters.
10AM • Lavender Ridge • 7450 W. 4th St. • 747.3222
lavenderridgereno.com • FREE
DRUM-CENTRIC
Influenced by the Broadway Hits “BLAST” and “STOMP” and
combining traditional instruments with everyday objects to
create a unique show featuring talented youth from throughout
Northern Nevada.
11:30AM • Reno High School Amphitheatre • 395 Booth St.
232.4083 • envisionarts.org • FREE
X FEST BREW FEST 2011
Join us for great music and brews. Proceeds benefit Keep
Truckee Meadows Beautiful. Bands include Roy Rogers and
The Delta Rhythm Kings, Jelly Bread, Mojo Green Project and
Drinking with Clowns.
4PM • Harrah’s Outdoor Plaza • 219 N. Center St. • 786.3232
harrahsreno.com • $10
POPS ON THE RIVER
The Reno Philharmonic’s celebration of Summer Lovin’: a
collage of classic and contemporary Broadway duets. Sponsored
by IGT and Sandy and John Raffealli; Bill Pearce Motors.
5PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 331.4217
renophil.com/popsontheriver • $10 - $5,000
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ARTISTRY IN MOTION
Experience flat track roller derby “in the round” combined with
local live art courtesy of David J.Drakulich Art Foundation.
6PM • City Plaza • Corner of 1st St. & Virginia St. • 303.1014
battlebornderbydemons.com • $8 - $12
THE ART OF BEER
Local brewers and label designers come together to celebrate
the history of beer, ale and lager.
7PM • Studio on 4th • 432 E. 4th St. • 786.6460
studio4th.com • FREE
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GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATER
PRESENTS: “TWELFTH NIGHT”
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy and
highlight of the summer.
7:30PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St.
322.3716 • goodluckmacbeth.org • $10 - $15
BRÜKA THEATRE PRESENTS:
“OEDIPUS THE KING” AND THE
“MEDEA PROJECT”
Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that explore the
contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking in Greek drama.
Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult themes.
8PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
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POPS ON THE RIVER
2:30PM • Sage Ridge School • 2515 Crossbow Ct. • 852.6222
nevada-shakespeare.org • FREE
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RN&R’S 16TH ANNUAL ROLLIN’ ON
THE RIVER MUSIC SERIES
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One of Reno’s longest-running, most popular music events —
it’s THE place to be on Fridays in July! The Unauthorized Rolling
Stones. Sponsored by Miller/Coors.
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5:30PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 324.4440
newsreview.com/reno • FREE
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MOONLIGHT DRUM AND DANCE
Drum and dance next to the river around the bonfire. Bring
drums and other musical instruments, or use some of ours and
learn to make beats and keep rhythm.
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7PM • River School Farm • 7777 White Fir St. • 747.2222
riverschool.info • $5
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GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATER
PRESENTS: “TWELFTH NIGHT”
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
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William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy and
highlight of the summer.
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7:30PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St.
322.3716 • goodluckmacbeth.org • $10 - $15
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BRÜKA THEATRE PRESENTS:
“OEDIPUS THE KING” AND THE
“MEDEA PROJECT”
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Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that explore
the contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking in Greek
drama. Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult
themes.
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8PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
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ART PAWS
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Paw painting, wine tasting, music, art browsing and the
Whitney Meyers Band. Plenty to see, sniff and do.
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10AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
722.9914 • petfoliomagazine.com • FREE
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LAVENDER RIDGE’S
PURPLE SUMMER FESTIVAL
Enjoy a sea of purple blooming lavender, lavender culinary
creations, live music and local artists and crafters.
10AM • Lavender Ridge • 7450 W. 4th St. • 747.3222
lavenderridgereno.com • FREE
KUNR JAZZ BRUNCH AT THE NEVADA
MUSEUM OF ART
STAINED GLASS ARTIST
TOUR OF TRINITY WINDOWS
Local stained glass artist Kathleen Hallamore of Tapestry Glass
gives a tour of Trinity’s stained glass-windows, describing the
type of glass, the technique used as well as the meanings of
the windows.
3PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 329.4279
trinityreno.org • Suggested $5 donation.
DOC SEVERINSEN AND
THE SAN MIGUEL FIVE
Doc Severinsen, renowned trumpeter, and the San Miguel Five
ensemble’s repertoire mixes classical Spanish, Latin, gypsy
jazz and jazz standards for one incredible performance.
Sponsored by the Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation, Charles
Schwab Bank and Washoe County. Official host hotel
Grand Sierra Resort.
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Catch a live jazz performance hosted by KUNR Radio and dine
from the a la carte brunch menu from Café Musée.
8PM • Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • $35 - $45
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11AM • Nevada Museum of Art • 160 W. Liberty St. • 329.3333
nevadaart.org/visit/eventcalendar • FREE
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BRÜKA THEATRE PRESENTS:
“OEDIPUS THE KING” AND THE
“MEDEA PROJECT”
Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that explore
the contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking in Greek
drama. Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult
themes.
2PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
ADINA PEARL SINGS JAZZ
Adina Pearl and her trio perform music from the great American
songbook.
2PM • River Room • 17 S. Virginia St. • 284.7455
renoriverroom.com • FREE
SPEAK YOUR MIND
HIP HOP ART FESTIVAL
Hip hop-oriented art festival to raise community awareness and
personal knowledge. A benefit for The Holland Project.
2PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 626.0814
symfestival.com • FREE
PIP HONG IN CONCERT
A piano performance of selections from “Final Fantasy” by
Japanese composer Nobuo Uematsu.
3PM • Steinway Piano Gallery • 500 E. Moana Ln. • 829.0600 • FREE
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
FAMILY SERIES: THEATREWORKS OF
NORTHERN NEVADA PRESENTS:“
JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH”
The youth company of TheatreWorks of Northern Nevada
presents “James and the Giant Peach.” Bring a book for the
WCSD’s Read and Succeed program book drive. Sponsored
by Women and Children’s Center of the Sierra, Thelma and
Thomas Hart Foundation and the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa.
7PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
A DELIGHTFUL EVENING OF A
CAPPELLA HARMONY
Reno’s own women’s barbershop chorus, High Desert Harmony,
provides an entertaining evening of four-part harmony tied
together with humorous banter.
7:30PM • Classic Residence • 3201 Plumas St. • 888.696.3133 • FREE
7:30PM • First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 338.1671
sierraguitar.org • Suggested $5 donation.
MONDAY NIGHT MUSIC SERIES:
PERFORMERS FROM THE STEINWAY
SERIES
Concert performers from the Steinway Series and Reno Youth
Jazz Orchestra present an evening of classical and contemporary
music. Sponsored by the Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation, Charles
Schwab Bank and Washoe County.
7:30PM • Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
TUESDAY: 19
DISCOVER TRADITIONAL
FAMILY MUSIC
Make a Discover “Green Art” musical shaker with artist Carol
Pallesen. Then play/sing along with the Bayers.
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
RIVER SCHOOL FARM GUIDED TOUR
OF RECYCLED ART
Join us for a summertime farm tour and learn how recycled tile,
wood, stone, straw bales, metal and other materials can be
used to create interesting sculptures and dwellings.
11AM • River School Farm • 7777 White Fir St. • 747.2222
riverschool.info • $5
AGELESS REPERTORY THEATRE
PRESENTS: “CHEATIN”
Talk in Lowake, Texas ignites hilarious situations in this readers
theater production of Del Shore’s comedy.
1PM • Laxalt Auditorium • 401 W. 2nd St. • 345.7323
webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
HISTORIC TRUCKEE RIVER WALK
A relaxing stroll along the Truckee River reveals eclectic
architecture grounded by rich political histories and spiced with
colorful anecdotes. Guide: Joan Collins.
6PM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
747.4478 • historicreno.org • $10
MOSTLY MOTOWN:
PRESENTED BY THE NOTE-ABLES
7PM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr. • 324.5521
note-ables.org • Suggested $5 donation.
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SWEET VIBRATIONS: BELLA VOCE
The outstanding women’s vocal group Bella Voce serenades
with songs of America.
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7PM • First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 322.4564
renofirstmethodist.org • FREE
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TOCCATA’S 6TH ANNIVERSARY
CELEBRATION
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A program featuring Beethoven’s 6th Symphony and the Adagio
from the Saint Saens Organ Symphony #3 with David Brock,
organist. Sponsored by the Kling Family Foundation.
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7PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 313.9697
toccatatahoe.com • $5 - $35
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INDIA.ARIE AND IDAN RAICHEL
“Open Door” is a stunning collaboration between the incomparable
neo-soul diva India.Arie with Israel’s superstar Idan Raichel fresh
off their featured performance at the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony
in Norway. As driving forces in contemporary world music, the pair
creates a cross-genre collection of songs that are poignantly relevant
to a global audience. Official host hotel Atlantis Casino Resort Spa.
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Fred Mouse and the bugs in the Zucchini Guy’s garden story.
Tiny houses for bugs art project.
Breathtaking guitar with award-winning guitarist Michael Chapdelaine.
An inclusive concert featuring the music of Motown performed
by musicians of all ages and abilities.
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DISCOVER STORYTIME
WITH KATHLEEN DURHAM
MICHEAL CHAPDELAINE
GUITAR CONCERT
artown
| SUMMER 2011
8PM • Robert Z. Hawkins Ampitheater • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • $25-$35
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RENO TAHOE COMEDY AND
HOMESLICE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS:
“IMPROV — THE MUSICAL!”
An all-original musical set in Reno, the mythical fairy tale of
seven strangers who meet one clandestine night at a local open
mic, with dreams of fame, success, friendship and love. Doors
open at 7PM. Mature audience, ages 18+, due to language and
adult themes.
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WORLD MUSIC SERIES:
SEUN KUTI & EQYPT 80
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8PM • Pioneer Underground • 100 S. Virginia St.
513.604.7690 • $15 - $20
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SPIRE OF FIRE
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A temporary interactive art installation exhibited at Burning
Man. Fire dancers and spinners from Controlled Burn entertain
Tuesdays while the sculpture is on fire. Sponsored by City of
Reno Project Grant 2011.
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8PM • RiverWalk Downtown Reno • Sierra St. & Island Ave.
742.1602 • blackrockarts.org/projects/braf-reno • FREE
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DISCOVER YOUNG CHAUTAUQUA
Discover Nevada’s vibrant history from Young Chautauqua
followed by an art project with Kellie Lee.
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9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
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RENO MUNICIPAL BAND
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Take in the beautiful weather and scenery at Wingfield Park
while enjoying the music of the Reno Municipal Band.
12PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 334.2414
reno.gov • FREE
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ATRIA A SLICE OF THE GOOD LIFE
WITH PAINTINGS AND PIE!
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The color of creative aging. Atria artists unveil their awardwinning art. Pie on the patio, live music and free tours.
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5PM • Atria Summit Ridge • 4880 Summit Ridge Dr. • 848.4757
momentsofmemory.org • FREE
TRAVELING: RECEPTION
Exhibition of travel photography.
5PM • Powers Frameworks and Way To Go Travel • 538 W. Plumb Ln.
825.8060 • powersframeworks.com • FREE
DANCES OF THE WORLD
Join the youth company of the International Folkloric Ballet
to enjoy traditional dances from around the world each
Wednesday night.
6PM • Studio on 4th • 432 E. 4th St. • 786.6460
studio4th.com • FREE
SPIRE OF FIRE
HOMESLICE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS:
“IMPROV — THE MUSICAL!”
An all-original musical set in Reno, the mythical fairy tale of
seven strangers who meet one clandestine night at a local open
mic, with dreams of fame, success, friendship and love. Doors
open at 7PM. Mature audience, ages 18+, due to language and
adult themes.
8PM • Pioneer Underground • 100 S. Virginia St.
513.604.7690 • $15 - $20
BRÜKA THEATRE PRESENTS:
“OEDIPUS THE KING” AND THE
“MEDEA PROJECT”
A temporary interactive art installation exhibited at Burning
Man. Hula Hoopers from Velocity movement and BoHo Hoops
present “Get Hooped.” All levels and ages welcome. Hula hoops
provided or bring your own. Sponsored by City of Reno Project
Grant 2011.
Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that explore the
contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking in Greek drama.
Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult themes.
7PM • RiverWalk Downtown Reno • Sierra St. & Island Ave.
742.1602 • blackrockarts.org/projects/braf-reno • FREE
THURSDAY: 21
THE SALVAGERY ARTIST COLLECTIVE
AND THE HOBSON GALLERY PRESENTS:
ART NIGHT HOSTED BY RENO
RENAISSANCE
Come have paint, canvas and inspiration supplied with local
artists. Don’t be afraid, all levels of experience are welcomed.
7PM • Hobson Gallery • 315 Spokane St. • 846.1001
salvagery.com • FREE
WORLD MUSIC SERIES:
SEUN KUTI & EGYPT 80
A unique brand of Afro-beat combining jazz, funk and traditional
African rhythms with high-energy vocals by Seun Kuti, son
of legendary Nigerian musician Fela Kuti.In partnership with
Washoe County Medical Resources Corps and sponsored by
Reno Tahoe Limo, Charter Media, Tahoe Resources, Women and
Children’s Center of the Sierra and Friends of Artown. Official
host hotel John Ascuaga’s Nugget.
7PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE RENO TAHOE COMEDY
AND
8PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
DISCOVER PAPERMAKING
AGELESS REPERTORY THEATRE
PRESENTS: “NEW YORK WATER”
Readers theater presentation of the comedy by Sam Bobrick.
7PM • First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 345.7323
webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
Third of four exhibit openings. This exhibit weaves the story
of contemporary Reno from the perspective of young local
talent featuring sculpture. Produced by Nevada Humanities and
sponsored by City of Reno Arts and Culture Commission, National
Endowment for the Humanities, U.S. Department of Education.
7PM • Hobson Gallery • 315 Spokane St. • 784.6587
nevadahumanities.org • FREE
HELLA A CAPPELLA PERFORMANCE
This is not your grandfather’s barbershop group. Performing
contemporary classics and slapstick numbers, their performance
will surprise you.
7PM • Strega Bar • 310 S. Arlington Ave. • 544.5905 • FREE
LISZT AND HIS INFLUENCES
1:30PM • First Congregational Church of Reno
627 Sunnyside Dr. • 322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
7PM • Steinway Piano Gallery • 500 E. Moana Ln. • 829.0600
spgreno.com • FREE
6PM • Daughters Cafe • 97 Bell St. • 324.3447 • FREE
THE MONTAGE TRIBUTE
TO LOCAL ARTISTS
A limited time art installation featuring works curated by
local artists Marcio Decker and Molly Brown. An evening with
friends, sipping win and enjoying dimensional paintings and
contemporary metal sculptures.
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Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful engages children by making
their own new paper from old paper.
Enjoy jazz outdoors in a shaded garden setting with vocalist
Judith Ames, legendary Detroit tenor saxophonist Rocky Tatarelli
and an extraordinary trio of the area’s best jazz musicians.
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FOR NEVADA WITH LOVE
A concert by renowned local pianist Alan Fuller exploring
the music of Franz Liszt and composers that influenced him
including Schubert and Chopin.
JAZZ IN THE GARDEN WITH
JUDITH AND ROCKY
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RENO TAHOE COMEDY AND
HOMESLICE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS:
“IMPROV — THE MUSICAL!”
An all-original musical set in Reno, the mythical fairy tale of
seven strangers who meet one clandestine night at a local open
mic, with dreams of fame, success, friendship and love. Doors
open at 7PM. Mature audience, ages 18+, due to language and
adult themes.
8PM • Pioneer Underground • 100 S. Virginia St.
513.604.7690 • $15 - $20
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6PM • The Montage • 255 N. Sierra St., #107 • 329.2800 • Free
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
BRÜKA THEATRE
PRESENTS: “OEDIPUS THE KING”
AND THE “MEDEA PROJECT”
Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that explore
the contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking in Greek
drama. Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult
themes.
8PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
DANCING IN THE PARK:
INNERRHYTHMS DANCE THEATRE
InnerRhythms Dance Theatre and RhythMatriX present
“RHYTHM of Change,” an eclectic evening of dance featuring
the music of Michael Jackson. All are welcome.
8PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 530.550.8464
innerrhythms.org • FREE
FRIDAY: 22
THE 25TH ANNUAL COEUR D’ALENE
ART AUCTION PREVIEW &
COCKTAIL PARTY
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Preview for one of North America’s largest art auctions of
classical and contemporary Western, sporting and wildlife art.
Auction Preview: 9AM-5PM; Book Signing: 5-7PM; Preview
Party, Cocktails and Hors d‘oeuvres: 6-8PM.
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9AM • Silver Legacy Resort Casino Grand Exhibition Hall
407 N. Virginia St. • 786.0558 • cdaartauction.com • $60
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DISCOVER WATERCOLORS
Discover Art Angels with the Sierra Watercolor Society and the
Wilbur May Museum. Reservations required.
9:30AM • Wilbur May Museum • 1595 N. Sierra St.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
PIPES ON THE RIVER ORGAN CONCERTS
Classical and contemporary music on the beautiful organ.
Church tour follows the concert.
12PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 329.4279
trinityreno.org • FREE
RENO MUNICIPAL BAND
Take in the beautiful weather and scenery at Wingfield Park
while enjoying the music of the Reno Municipal Band.
AGELESS REPERTORY THEATRE
PRESENTS: “CHEATIN”
Talk in Lowake, Texas ignites hilarious situations in this readers
theater production of Del Shore’s comedy.
1PM • Circles Edge for Spiritual Living • 1117 California Ave.
345.7323 • webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
RN&R’S 16TH ANNUAL ROLLIN’ ON
THE RIVER MUSIC SERIES
One of Reno’s longest-running, most popular music events — it’s
THE place to be on Fridays in July! Garratt Wilkin and the Parrot
Heads, A Tribute to Jimmy Buffet. Sponsored by Miller/Coors.
5:30PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 324.4440
newsreview.com/reno • FREE
NEW BLOOD ART SHOW:
MEET THE ARTISTS
Meet the amateur artists. Show your support by voting for your
favorites. Two awards per category.
6PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATER
PRESENTS: “TWELFTH NIGHT”
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy and
highlight of the summer.
7:30PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St.
322.3716 • goodluckmacbeth.org • $10 - $15
BRÜKA THEATRE PRESENTS:
“OEDIPUS THE KING” AND THE
“MEDEA PROJECT”
Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that explore
the contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking in Greek
drama. Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult
themes.
8PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
ART IN MUSIC WITH THE
SCHIZOPOLITANS
Local visual artists display their work to the eclectic everchanging artsy band The Schizopolitans.
8PM • Studio on 4th • 432 E. 4th St. • 786.6460
studio4th.com • $5
12PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 334.2414
reno.gov • FREE
A.V.A. BALLET PRESENTS: “VORTEX”
THE UNBALLET THAT ROCKS
Bartley Ranch comes alive with ballet grace and passionate
rock, dance, Broadway and alternative music. Sponsored by
E.L. Cord Foundation, Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation and
Nevada Arts Council. Parental guidance suggested.
8:30PM • Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
762.5165 • avaballet.com • $15 - $40
MOVIES IN THE PARK:
“OCTOBER SKY”
The true story of a small mining town boy who follows his
big dream of building rockets. Rated PG. Sponsored by the
University of Phoenix and Tahoe TV.
9PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
SATURDAY: 23
POPARTCYCLE COMMUNITY
BIKE RIDE
Ride through the Arts District and stop by businesses displaying
bike art pieces. Part of the Mighty, Mighty Tour de Nez
celebration.
8AM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 348.6673
tourdenez.org • FREE
THE 25TH ANNUAL COEUR D’ALENE
ART AUCTION AND SALE
One of North America’s largest art auctions of classical and
contemporary Western, sporting and wildlife art. Auction
Preview: 8AM-12PM; Book Signing: 10-11:30AM; Lunch:
10:30AM; Auction: 12PM.
8AM • Silver Legacy Resort Casino Grand Exhibition Hall
407 N. Virginia St. • 786.0558 • cdaartauction.com • $60
45TH ANNUAL BASQUE FESTIVAL
Basque singing, food, dancing, sports and contests. Fun for the
whole family.
10AM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 682.5565 • FREE
MASTERWORKS CHORALE
Vocal performance of men and women’s auditioned chorus
performing a variety of works from the Middle Ages to the 20th
century, delivering vocal music in Northern Nevada for 30 years.
12PM • Reno-Tahoe International Airport Terminal
2001 E. Plumb Ln. • 328.6400 • renoairport.com • FREE
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ARTISTS RECEPTION FOR
PERSPECTIVES: SELECTED WORKS
BY VETERAN ARTISTS
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Meet the artists, enjoy their perspectives and enjoy
refreshments. Works by John Whitehead, Gene Gardella,
Willard Watts and John Brustol. David J. Drakulich Art
Foundation.
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2PM • South Valleys Library • 15650 Wedge Pkwy. • 851.5190
davidsartmemorial.org • FREE
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COMPRESSION! ART AND FIRE
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Compression is fire, dancing, propane canons, art and
alternative vendors. It’s fiery fun for the whole family.
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3PM • City Plaza • Corner of 1st St. & Virginia St. • 379.0186
compression.controlledburnreno.com • FREE
RENO’S HISTORIC KITCHENS:
A TASTE OF HISTORY AND FLAVORS
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Savor a taste of Reno restaurants in historical structures. Eat
and learn. Registration and pre-payment required.
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3PM • Old Granite Street Eatery • 243 S. Sierra St. • 747.4478
historicreno.org • $35
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SINGING ON THE RIVER
Kyle Breen (baritone) and Jeanne Weiser (piano) present a
vocal recital of contemporary styles. Donations benefit the
Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation.
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5PM • First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 825.0888
nvchildrenscancer.org • Suggested $5 donation.
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FIVESTOP
A multi-faceted art, music and bike event with fi ve stops along
the way and art at each turn. The trail ends with a cinematic
spectacular. Maps available online.
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A.V.A BALLET’S “VORTEX”
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6PM • Rainshadow Charter High School • 434 Washington St.
742.1858 • hollandreno.org • FREE
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DANCE OF NOISE
A journey away from reality. A journey of imaginary exploration
that highlights hip hop, break dancing, lyrical, salsa, ballet,
dance, acrobatics, movement and aerial stunts.
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7:30PM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
843.4868 • tntexplosionallstarsteam.com • Suggested $5 donation
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GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATER
PRESENTS: “TWELFTH NIGHT”
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
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William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy and
highlight of the summer.
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7:30PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St.
322.3716 • goodluckmacbeth.org • $10 - $15
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J. MATTHEW MOORE PERFORMS
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Tenor in recital at Trinity Episcopal Church. J. Matthew Moore
is the director of Nevada’s Gay Men’s Chorus and Trinity’s
Choirmaster. Relax and enjoy his remarkable talent.
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7:30PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 329.4279
trinityreno.org • Suggested $5 donation.
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MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE
PRESENTS: “THE PRINCESS
AND THE PEA”
A performance cast with local children that turns the story
of “The Princess and The Pea” upside-down with two
worlds, phony princesses and a prince searching for
someone to share his throne. Sponsored by Leonette
Foundation and the Wells Fargo Foundation. Official
host hotel John Ascuaga’s Nugget.
7:30PM • Nightingale Concert Hall, Church Fine Arts Bldg.
UNR Campus • 322.1538 • renoisartown.com • $10
THIRSTY GENIUS SELECTS:
A STANDUP COMEDY SHOWCASE
Local comedians entertain with their best stand-up routines.
8PM • Studio on 4th • 432 E. 4th St. • 215.651.2350
studio4th.com • $10
A.V.A. BALLET PRESENTS: “VORTEX”
THE UNBALLET THAT ROCKS
Bartley Ranch comes alive with ballet grace and passionate
rock, dance, Broadway and alternative music. Sponsored by
E.L. Cord Foundation, Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation and
Nevada Arts Council. Parental guidance suggested.
8:30PM • Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
762.5165 • avaballet.com • $15 - $40
BRÜKA THEATER PRESENTS:
“TOGA BOHEMIA”
Join this Greek-themed variety and open mic night in the
Brüka Bohemian tradition with performance art, music and
written word. Mature audiences, ages 21+ due to language
and adult themes.
9PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $5
SUNDAY: 24
STAINED GLASS TOUR
Kathleen Hallamore presents historical, artistic and technical
background on the church’s stained glass windows.
11AM • First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 322.4564
renofirstmethodist.org • FREE
CREATIVE KIDS FOR CRITTERS
Calling all creative kids! Visit with cats, dogs, bunnies and
pocket pets then draw a picture of your favorite shelter pet for a
chance to win awesome prizes.
12PM • Nevada Humane Society • 2825 Longley Ln. • 856.2000
nevadahumanesociety.org • FREE
BRÜKA THEATER PRESENTS:
“CLYMESTRA”
A staged reading of Jim Martin’s adaptations of three Greek
plays, “Iphigenia in Aulis,” “Agamemnon” and “Electra,” based
on “The Greeks” by John Barton and Kenneth Cavander. Mature
audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult themes.
2PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $5
JOE BERRY QUARTET
Jazz saxophonist Joe Berry performs with his group.
2PM • Silver Peak Grill & Taproom • 135 N. Sierra St. • 284.3300
silverpeakgrill.com • FREE
SINGING ON THE RIVER
Kyle Breen (baritone) and Jeanne Weiser (piano) present an
afternoon concert recital of classical voice and piano.
2PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 329.4279
trinityreno.org • Suggested $5 donation.
NEVADA OPERA YOUTH CHORUS
Vocal performance of children ages 8 to 13 from the Nevada
Opera. They have performed for many audiences, as well as
former President Jimmy Carter.
2:30PM • Reno-Tahoe International Airport Terminal
2001 E. Plumb Ln. • 328.6400 • renoairport.com • FREE
GOSPEL FEST 2011
Gospel music culture as a historical and contemporary art form
to the Reno-Sparks community. Music, dance, visual arts, food,
games and more.
3PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.6770
wolmpraiseexplosion.org • FREE
HISTORY OF ART GLASS AND DINNER AT
THE WASHOE GRILL WITH PHIL TEEFY
Enjoy meeting Phil Teefy and learn the fascinating history of
art glass as you enjoy dinner at the wonderful Washoe Grill.
Reservations required by 7/23.
6PM • Washoe Grill • 4201 W. 4th St. • 827.5250
wildflowervillage.com • $69
MONDAY: 25
DISCOVER THE PLATT BROTHERS
A short performance by the Platt Brothers followed by Discover
“Green Art” project with Jann Selleck.
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
FAMILY SERIES: THE PLATT BROTHERS
An outrageous blend of acrobatics, dance, comedy and music
framing the spirited retelling of the Reno brothers’ childhood
antics. Sponsored by Women and Children’s Center of the Sierra
and Thelma and Thomas Hart Foundation.
7PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
MONDAY NIGHT MUSIC SERIES:
THE GREAT BASIN BRASS QUINTET
A spirited evening of music featuring a blend of trumpet, tuba,
horn and trombone performed with humor and energy. Sponsored
by the Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation, Charles Schwab Bank and
Washoe County. Official host hotel John Ascuaga’s Nugget.
7:30PM • Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater • 6000 Bartley Ranch Rd.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
TUESDAY: 26
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DISCOVER RENO JAZZ ORCHESTRA
The Reno Jazz Orchestra concert tailored for children followed
by Maytan’s Instrument Petting Zoo.
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9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
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AGELESS REPERTORY THEATRE
PRESENTS “ON GOLDEN POND”
Readers theater presentation of the classic by Ernest Thompson.
1PM • Laxalt Auditorium • 401 W. 2nd St. • 345.7323
webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
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MANSIONS ON THE BLUFF
A historical walk that looks at some of the most notable
homes in Reno: Court, Ridge and upper California streets.
Guides: Ed Wishart and Bill Isaeff.
6PM • McCarran House • 401 Court St. • 747.4478
historicreno.org • $10
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LISA VROMAN IN CONCERT
The star of San Francisco’s long-running production of “Phantom
of the Opera,” Lisa Vroman, returns to Reno for an evening of
some of her favorite music.
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7PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 329.4279
trinityreno.org • $15 - $40
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SWEET VIBRATIONS: BRASSAKWARDS
Always entertaining, Larry Machado has plenty of surprises in
store this year with this incredible swing band.
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7PM • First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 322.4564
renofirstmethodist.org • FREE TOCCATA’S 6TH
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
A program featuring Beethoven’s 6th Symphony and the Adagio
from the Saint Saens Organ Symphony #3 with David Brock,
organist. Sponsored by the Kling Family Foundation.
7PM • St. Thomas Aquinas Cathedral • 310 W. 2nd St. • 313.9697
toccatatahoe.com • $5 - $35
SPIRE OF FIRE
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A temporary interactive art installation exhibited at Burning Man. Fire
dancers and spinners from Controlled Burn entertain Tuesdays while
the sculpture is on fire. Sponsored by City of Reno Project Grant 2011.
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8PM • RiverWalk Downtown Reno • Sierra St. & Island Ave.
742.1602 • blackrockarts.org/projects/braf-reno • FREE
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DISCOVER KIDSCAPE’S
IMPROVISATION
The Magic of Improvisational Acting. The joy of creating skits
and scenes right on the spot.
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
RENO MUNICIPAL BAND
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Take in the beautiful weather and scenery at Wingfield Park
while enjoying the music of the Reno Municipal Band.
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12PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 334.2414
reno.gov • FREE
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ART FROM THE HEARTS OF
ALZHEIMER’S ARTISTS CELEBRATION
Celebration of art by Alzheimer’s artists. Red-carpet fundraising
event with music, refreshments and a lively auction.
4:30PM • Arbors Memory Care Community • 2121 E. Prater Way
Sparks • 848.4757 • momentsofmemory.org • FREE
DANCES OF THE WORLD
Join the youth company of the International Folkloric Ballet to enjoy
traditional dances from around the world each Wednesday night.
6PM • Studio on 4th • 432 E. 4th St. • 786.6460 • studio4th.com • FREE
SPIRE OF FIRE
A temporary interactive art installation exhibited at Burning Man.
Hula Hoopers from Velocity movement and BoHo Hoops present
“Get Hooped.” All levels and ages welcome. Hula hoops provided
or bring your own. Sponsored by City of Reno Project Grant 2011.
7PM • RiverWalk Downtown Reno • Sierra St. & Island Ave.
742.1602 • blackrockarts.org/projects/braf-reno • FREE
THE SALVAGERY ARTIST COLLECTIVE
AND THE HOBSON GALLERY PRESENTS:
ART NIGHT HOSTED BY RENO
RENAISSANCE
Come have paint, canvas and inspiration supplied with local
artists. Don’t be afraid, all levels of experience are welcomed.
7PM • Hobson Gallery • 315 Spokane St. • 846.1001
salvagery.com • FREE
WORLD MUSIC SERIES:
AN EVENING WITH WILLIE K
Grammy Award-nominated Hawaiian artist Willie K brings his ukulele
and guitar for an evening of songs in Hawaiian and Willie’s own Hawaiithemed songs with a little blues mixed in. In partnership with Washoe
County Medical Resources Corps and sponsored by Reno Tahoe Limo,
Charter Media, Tahoe Resources, Women and Children’s Center of the
Sierra and Friends of Artown. Official host hotel John Ascuaga’s Nugget.
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7PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
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BRÜKA THEATRE PRESENTS:
“OEDIPUS THE KING” AND THE
“MEDEA PROJECT”
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Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that explore the
contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking in Greek drama.
Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult themes.
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8PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
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THURSDAY: 28
DISCOVER “LITTLE SWAN DANCERS”
Discover Chinese dance with the “Little Swan Dancers” and
learn traditional movements.
9:30AM • McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
MIDTOWN ARTWALK
An evening of shows and free entertainment throughout the
arts district featuring local Reno artists. Start your adventure at
Junkee for your maps and lemonade.
5PM • Junkee Clothing Exchange • 960 S. Virginia St. • 233.7570 • FREE
TAHOE ART LEAGUE 4TH ANNUAL
ARTISTS’ STUDIO TOUR RECEPTION
Chat with the artists from the Artists’ Studio Tour and view their
works while enjoying complimentary appetizers.
5PM • Picchetti Winery • 3135 Harrison Ave. • South Lake Tahoe
530.545.1352 • talart.org • FREE
FOR NEVADA WITH LOVE
Fourth of four exhibit openings. This exhibit weaves the story
of contemporary Reno from the perspective of young local
talent featuring mixed media. Produced by Nevada Humanities
and sponsored by City of Reno Arts and Culture Commission,
National Endowment for the Humanities, U.S. Department
of Education
6PM • Sundance Books • 121 California Ave. • 784.6587
nevadahumanities.org • FREE
AGELESS REPERTORY THEATRE
PRESENTS: “DINING ROOM”
A slice of life around the dining room table. Written by A.R.
Gurney and presented here in readers theater style.
7PM • First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 345.7323
webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
BURNER SEWING CLASS:
FASHION SHOW
Fashion show by participants in our Burner Sewing Classes.
Come see self-created funky fashions.
7PM • PolyEsthers Costume Boutique & Fashion Factory
655 S. Virginia St. • 336.7573 • polycostumes.com • FREE
SAVANNAH SOMMERS
PIANO RECITAL
Pianist who performed each year in the original Steinway Series
concerts performs an evening of the piano music of Chopin,
Gershwin and others.
7PM • Steinway Piano Gallery • 500 E. Moana Ln. • 829.0600
spgreno.com • FREE
THE SALVAGERY ARTIST COLLECTIVE
AND THE HOBSON GALLERY PRESENTS:
ROBOTRONIA OPENING RECEPTION
D6 and his interactive Robotronia collection. Immerse yourself
in a world of artistic electronic satire.
7PM • Hobson Gallery • 315 Spokane St. • 846.1001
salvagery.com • FREE
BRÜKA THEATRE PRESENTS:
“OEDIPUS THE KING” AND THE
“MEDEA PROJECT”
Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that explore the
contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking in Greek drama.
Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult themes.
8PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
DANCING IN THE PARK:
SIERRA NEVADA BALLET
Dancing By the River: An evening of dance, song and live music
featuring singer Cami Thompson and Sierra Nevada Ballet
professional dancers. Sponsored by E.L. Cord Foundation and
Sierra Nevada Ballet.
8PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 783.3223
sierranevadaballet.com • FREE
FRIDAY: 29
DISCOVER “GOOD NIGHT MOON”
Discover light, dark and shadow using the story “Good Night
Moon.” Sculpt with moon sand. Reservations required.
9:30AM • The Creative Arts Center • 204 Marsh Ave., #300
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
RENO IS QUILTOWN:
ANNUAL QUILT SHOW
Hundreds of quilts, vendors, raffles and featured quilter of the
year, Peggy Wheeler.
9:30AM • National Automobile Museum • 10 S. Lake St.
333.9300 • tmquilters.webs.com • $8 - $10
TAHOE ART LEAGUE’S 4TH ANNUAL
ARTIST STUDIO TOUR
Chat with the artists from the Artists’ Studio Tour and view their
works while enjoying complimentary appetizers.
10AM • Tahoe Art League • 3062 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe • 530.545.1352 • talart.org • FREE
PIPES ON THE RIVER ORGAN CONCERTS
Classical and contemporary music on the beautiful organ. Organ
demonstrations.
12PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 329.4279
trinityreno.org • FREE
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AGELESS REPERTORY THEATRE
PRESENTS: “ON GOLDEN POND”
Readers theater presentation of the classic by Ernest Thompson.
1PM • Circles Edge for Spiritual Living • 1117 California Ave.
345.7323 • webpages.charter.net/agelessrep • FREE
RN&R’S 16TH ANNUAL ROLLIN’ ON
THE RIVER MUSIC SERIES
ANNE MARIE AT THE AIRPORT
Performance by local teenage vocalist blessed with a great
voice and a love for making people smile, delighting audiences
with her singing, dancing and acting.
2:30PM • Reno-Tahoe International Airport Terminal
2001 E. Plumb Ln. • 328.6400 • renoairport.com • FREE
SKY TAVERN FILM FESTIVAL
One of Reno’s longest-running, most popular music events —
it’s THE place to be on Fridays in July! Vegas U2, A Tribute to U2.
Sponsored by Miller/Coors.
Spotlighting the area’s filmmakers and their work
to an audience with a family-friendly atmosphere.
Sponsored by Jim Carnahan.
5:30PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 324.4440
newsreview.com/reno • FREE
4PM • Sky Tavern Lodge • 21130 Mount Rose Hwy. • 323.5125
skytavernfilmfestival.com • $5
DANCIN’ PARTNERS
THE RENO CLUB:
CELEBRATING COUNT BASIE
Salsa dance performance by local dance company specializing in
international Latin and standard, American rhythm and smooth
and more.
The Reno Jazz Orchestra features premier West Coast vocalist
and former Count Basie Orchestra singer Jamie Davis.
6PM • Reno-Tahoe International Airport Terminal
2001 E. Plumb Ln. • 328.6400 • renoairport.com • FREE
7PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renojazzorchestra.org • FREE
GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATER
PRESENTS: “TWELFTH NIGHT”
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy and
highlight of the summer.
7:30PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St.
322.3716 • goodluckmacbeth.org • $10 - $15
BRÜKA THEATRE PRESENTS:
“OEDIPUS THE KING” AND THE
“MEDEA PROJECT”
Two short plays (one classic and one new original) that explore
the contemporarily relevant as well as the shocking in Greek
drama. Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to language and adult
themes.
8PM • Brüka Theatre • 99 N. Virginia St. • 323.3221
bruka.org • $16 - $25
MOVIES IN THE PARK:
“BREAKING AWAY”
Four friends come to terms with small town Midwest life
through the annual bike race. Rated PG. Sponsored by the
University of Phoenix and Tahoe TV.
9PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
SATURDAY: 30
TOUR DE NEZ’S POPARTCYCLE
BIKE ART DISPLAY
See the funky Tour De Nez’s PopArtCycle bike art on display in
the park. Sponsored by Tour de Nez.
7PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 348.6673
tourdenez.org • FREE
GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATER
PRESENTS: “TWELFTH NIGHT”
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy and
highlight of the summer.
7:30PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St.
322.3716 • goodluckmacbeth.org • $10 - $15
STEPHEN PETRONIO’S DANCE
COMPANY “UNDERLAND”
MUSIC AND LYRICS FROM NICK
CAVE’S “MURDER BALLADS”
Enigmatic, sexy and strange, “Underland” is a dark and
brooding world inspired by the tender, bittersweet “Murder
Ballads” of pop balladeer Nick Cave. Dancers hurl through space
with razor sharp precision; fiercely energized one moment,
sensually lyrical the next. Mature audiences, ages 18+, due to
language and adult themes. Sponsored by the New England
Foundation for the Arts and Grand Sierra Resort.
8PM • Grand Theatre • Grand Sierra Resort • 2500 E. Second St.
322.1538 • renoisartown.com • $30 - $50
BRICKS AND STONES
RENO IS QUILTOWN:
ANNUAL QUILT SHOW
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Local comedians entertain with their best stand-up routines.
8PM • Studio on 4th • 432 E. 4th St. • 215.651.2350
studio4th.com • $10
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TAHOE ART LEAGUE’S 4TH ANNUAL
ARTIST STUDIO TOUR
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Chat with the artists from the Artists’ Studio Tour and view their
works while enjoying complimentary appetizers.
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10AM • Tahoe Art League • 3062 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe • 530.545.1352 • talart.org • FREE
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NEW BLOOD ART SHOW:
AWARDS RECEPTION
Find out who wins in this local artists show featuring works by
amateurs and children.
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12PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
GOOD LUCK MACBETH THEATER
PRESENTS: “TWELFTH NIGHT”
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
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William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” a romantic comedy and
highlight of the summer.
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3PM • Good Luck Macbeth Theater • 119 N. Virginia St. • 322.3716
goodluckmacbeth.org • $10 - $15
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SIERRA NEVADA CLASSICAL
GUITAR SOCIETY
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Classical guitar concert featuring guitarist Larry Aynesmith,
founder of Sierra Nevada Guitar Society and the first classical
guitarist to be recognized by the prestigious Nevada Artist
Fellowship Program.
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3PM • Sierra Arts Gallery • 17 S. Virginia St., #120 • 338.1671
sierraguitar.org • FREE
ARTOWN CLOSING NIGHT:
PLAYING FOR CHANGE
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Sharing peace through music, Playing For Change is a global
music collective bringing musicians from around the world
together for an inspirational live performance based on the PBS
show. Merging genres from blues and chamber music to African
choir and rock, musicians perform familiar songs in a new,
collaborative style. Sponsored by Tour de Nez, Reno Tahoe USA,
ESI Security Services and Friends of Artown. Official host hotel
John Ascuaga’s Nugget.
7:30PM • Wingfield Park • 1st St. & Arlington Ave. • 322.1538
renoisartown.com • FREE
A walk in the vernacular Humboldt and Lander streets
neighborhood. Discover the architectural treasure trove of this
area. Guide: Bill Isaeff.
9AM • My Favorite Muffin • 340 California Ave. • 747.4478
historicreno.org • $10
THIRSTY GENIUS SELECTS:
A STANDUP COMEDY SHOWCASE
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STEPHEN PETRONIO’S
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Hundreds of quilts, as well as vendors, raffles and our featured
quilter of the year, Peggy Wheeler.
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9:30AM • National Automobile Museum • 10 S. Lake St.
333.9300 • tmquilters.webs.com • $8 - $10
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REFUGE: CLOSING RECEPTION
Experience the art of chronically homeless persons who struggle
with mental illness.
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10AM • ReStart • 335 Record St., #155 • 324.2622 ext. 130
restartevents.yolasite.com • Suggested $5 donation.
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TAHOE ART LEAGUE’S 4TH ANNUAL
ARTIST STUDIO TOUR
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Chat with the artists from the Artists’ Studio Tour and view their
works while enjoying complimentary appetizers.
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10AM • Tahoe Art League • 3062 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe • 530.545.1352 • talart.org • FREE
SUMMER FAIRE AND FESTIVAL
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SARAH SILVER
Art show and music. Bring your family and friends. Docent tours
of the church provided upon request.
12PM • Trinity Episcopal Church • 200 Island Ave. • 329.4279
trinityreno.org • FREE
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CALL OR VISIT ONLINE FOR EVENT DATES AND TIMES
ONGOING EVENTS
2.25 INTERNATIONAL
PRINT EXCHANGE EXHIBITION
This international print exchange explores the universe of a
square that measures 2.25-inches.
Oxboo Press • 2035 Dickerson Rd. • 815.4749
oxboopress.org • FREE
ANNUAL QUILT DISPLAY
A riot of colors and styles. See hundreds of beautiful,
handcrafted quilts on display.
Downtown Reno Library • 301 S. Center St. • 327.8341
tmquilters.webs.com • FREE
ART FOR HEALING
Beautiful original artwork on display by the area’s finest
watercolor artists.
Renown Hospital South Meadows • 10101 Double R Blvd.
250.2673 • sierrawatercolorsociety.com • FREE
BILL HARRAH 1911- 1978:
LEGENDARY COLLECTOR EXHIBIT
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Bill Harrah’s birth,
this is the story of this legendary collector and gaming industry
pioneer.
National Automobile Museum • 10 S. Lake St. • 333.9300
automuseum.org • $4 - $10
COMMD: AN INTER-STATE
COLLABORATIVE PROJECT
CommD: Communicable Dis-Ease is an interstate collaborative
exhibition demonstrating the ways that we as artists explore
and express concerns within our environment.
TMCC Red Mountain Building • 7000 Dandini Blvd. • 674.7698
tmcc.edu/vparts/artgalleries • FREE
CQN QUILT EXHIBIT
Art quilts made by the Creative Quilters of Nevada for the
National Alzheimer’s Art Initiative.
Northwest Reno Library • 2325 Robb Dr. • 787.4100 • FREE
ART FROM THE HEARTS OF
ALZHEIMER’S ARTISTS
A visual treasure of vibrant colors and original techniques with
images created by artists with Alzheimer’s.
Arbors Memory Care Community • 2121 E. Prater Way • Sparks
848.4757 • momentsofmemory.org • FREE
ARTE ITALIA: MICHELE CASCELLAUN PITTORE SENZA TEMPO
A title meaning “Timeless Painter.” Enjoy works by renowned
Italian artist, ceramist and lithographer.
Arte Italia • 442 Flint St. • 333.0313 • arteitaliausa.com • FREE
DEATH PENALTY DOCUMENTARY
PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECT
Acclaimed photographer Scott Langley’s response to
artfully address a human rights issue consisting of more than
800 images about the death penalty in the United States.
Mature Audiences, ages 18+, due to adult themes. Audience
discretion advised.
Studio on 4th • 432 E. 4th St. • 851.7100 • nvcadp.org
Suggested $10 donation.
DUSTY ROADS ARTISTS’ TRAIL
VANISHING NEVADA EXHIBIT
This traveling show makes its only stop in Reno, featuring
Nevada rural artists
VSA arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion • 250 Court St.
846.0704 • FREE
GLASS ART SHOW
Glass Art Show is an exhibition of large-scale glass sculpture
and paintings by local artist Carola Nan Roach.
Reno Art Center • 449 Marsh Ave. • 240.3349
carolananroach.com • FREE
HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES
VOL. 1 PRINT PORTFOLIO EXHIBIT
Oxboo Press and organizer Brandon Gardner presents History
of the United States, Vol. 1, the first of seven installments that
will create a comprehensive collection of the history of the
United States. This collection spans 1774 - 1809.
Oxboo Press • 2035 Dickerson Rd. • 303.8086
oxboopress.org • FREE
INDIAN CIRCUMVENTED AN
EXHIBITION BY NATALIE BALL
Portland-based artist Natalie Ball exhibits deconstructed Native
American cradle boards alongside other multimedia works
addressing a hidden tribal history, the individual experience and
oral tradition.
McKinley Arts & Culture Center • 925 Riverside Dr. • 334.6264
renoculture.com • FREE
KEN HEITZENRADER PLEIN AIR
WATERCOLORS: THROUGH THE
RIGHT EYE
Exhibit of plein air watercolor paintings reflecting the beauty
of the Northern Nevada Great Basin area as interpreted by Ken
Heitzenrader, watercolorist.
Spanish Springs Library • 7100 Pyramid Hwy. • Sparks
424.1800 • FREE
MOMENTS IN LIGHT:
PHOTOGRAPHIC EXPERIENCES IN
WESTERN LANDSCAPES
Color photography by Jeff Lock who has been photographing
nature for more than 25 years.
Buenos Grill • 3892 A Mayberry Dr. • 787.8226
jefflockphotography.com • FREE
NEVADA AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM
AUDIO AND DOCENT GUIDED TOURS
Tour the Museum with a self-guided audio tour (available in
English and Spanish) or a docent-led tour at 1:30PM, free with
the price of admission.
National Automobile Museum • 10 S. Lake St. • 333.9300
automuseum.org • FREE
NEVADA MUSEUM OF ART GUIDED
MUSEUM TOURS
Guided museum tours are free with paid admission and limited
to a first-come, first-served basis.
Nevada Museum of Art • 160 W. Liberty St. • 329.3333
nevadaart.org/visit/eventcalendar • FREE
NEW BLOOD ART SHOW
Local art by amateurs and children. Come enjoy the art and vote
for your favorite.
Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
PERSPECTIVES: SELECTED
CARVINGS BY A VETERAN ARTIST
AND HIS WIFE
View the work of veteran artists Den and Bonnie Geil’s
artistically carved, hand-crafted walking sticks. David J.
Drakulich Art Foundation.
Downtown Reno Library • 301 S. Center St. • 327.8300
davidsartmemorial.org • FREE
PERSPECTIVES: SELECTED WORKS
OF VETERAN ARTISTS
NEVADA MUSEUM OF ART
EGYPTIAN TREASURES FROM THE BROOKLYN MUSEUM
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David J. Drakulich Art Foundation: For Freedom of Expression
presents the art of these U.S. military veterans. Celebrate their
perspectives through 2D and 3D images they have produced on
their journey back to civilian life.
South Valleys Library • 15650 Wedge Pkwy. • 851.5190 • FREE
VIEW THE COMPLETE EVENT DETAILS AND DOWNLOAD THE ARTOWN APP ONLINE
PERSPECTIVES: PHOTOGRAPHIC
ART WORKS BY U.S. MILITARY
VETERANS
View unique perspectives shared through the medium of
photography by Nolan Preece, Irwin Sorkin and John Giese.
David J. Drakulich Art Foundation.
Northwest Reno Library • 2325 Robb Dr. • 787.4100
davidsartmemorial.org • FREE
POPARTCYCLE ART
Celebrate bike culture and art throughout the month with
bikes turned into modern sculpture and displayed in businesses
throughout the downtown Arts District. Part of the Mighty,
Mighty Tour de Nez celebration.
Various locations throughout Reno • Arts District • 348.6673
tourdenez.org • FREE
POST-WAR BOHEMIANS IN
NORTHERN NEVADA
Lively, experimental post-war art along with materials that
illustrate the local artists’ fascinating lives.
Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center • UNR Campus • 682.5665
knowledgecenter.unr.edu/specoll/ • FREE
PRESENT AND FUTURE: STUDENT
ARTISTS
Selected works by undergraduate and graduate art students at
the University of Nevada, Reno.
Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center, Whittemore Gallery • UNR Campus
682.5665 • knowledgecenter.unr.edu/specoll • FREE
QUILTS THEN & NOW
Quilt exhibit by First Quilters.
First United Methodist Church • 209 W. 1st St. • 322.4564
renofirstmethodist.org • Suggested $5 donation.
QUIRKY RIDES: MASTERPIECE
EXHIBIT
Is it a car? Is it art? Is it real? These quirky rides defy all the
rules of design.
REFUGE
Experience the art of chronically homeless persons who struggle
with mental illness.
ReStart • 335 Record St., #155 • 324.2622 ext. 130
restartevents.yolasite.com • Suggested $5 donation.
RENO OPEN STUDIOS EXHIBIT
THE ART OF THE AUTOMOBILE:
PHOTOGRAPHY BY KURT GOLGART
Featuring cars from the museum, Kurt Golgart’s photographs
inspire you to look beyond form and function.
National Automobile Museum • 10 S. Lake St. • 333.9300
automuseum.org • $4 - $10
THE BURLESQUE THEATRE OF
NATURE ART EXHIBIT
Visual arts exhibit in the Connector Collections Gallery located
on the second level between Concourses B and C featuring the
works of Reno Open Studios artists typically only seen while
visiting the artists’ studios.
An exhibition of art created from salvaged and recycled
materials by Arthur “Art” Richmond.
Reno-Tahoe International Airport Terminal • 2001 E. Plumb Ln.
328.6400 • renoairport.com • FREE
University of Phoenix • 10345 Professional Cir. • 329.2787
sierra-arts.org • FREE
RENOWN NAP COMPETITION
WINNERS SHOWCASE
An exhibition featuring artwork from winners of The National
Arts Program competition at Renown.
Sierra Arts Gallery • 17 S. Virginia St., #120 • 329.2787
sierra-arts.org • FREE
RIVER SCHOOL FARM SELF-GUIDED
ART & GARDEN TOUR
Come visit our gardens along the Truckee River and see a
collage of outdoor art sculptures.
River School Farm • 7777 White Fir St. • 747.2222
riverschool.info • FREE
ROCKIN’ OUT
Art transcends time and nowhere is that more evident than in
the rock art of the ancient Americans.
Artists Co-Op Gallery • 627 Mill St. • 322.8896
artistsco-opgalleryreno.com • FREE
SENSE OF HISTORY: PAINTINGS
BY ROBERT CINKEL
Series of paintings by Robert Cinkel vividly illustrating early
automobiles from the Museum’s collection and their place in history.
THE LAKE MANSION SIZZLES
WITH ART & HISTORY
Unique art and Reno’s history all in one place. Take a guided
tour of the Lake Mansion while enjoying artwork created by
Nevada artists who have a disability.
VSA arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion • 250 Court St. • 826.6100
vsanevada.org • FREE
THE LIGHT CIRCUS
Step right up! Don’t miss the brightest show on earth. The Light
Circus is a glowing exhibit featuring vintage neon signs from
across the Silver State.
The Montage • 255 N. Sierra St. • 762.3260
thelightcircus.com • $5 - $8
TRAVELING: TRAVEL PHOTO
COMPETITION AND EXHIBITION
An exhibition of travel photography by entrants to our
“TRAVELING” competition. Come see the adventures. Reception
7/20 from 5-7PM.
Powers Frameworks and Way To Go Travel • 538 W. Plumb Ln.
825.8060 • powersframeworks.com • FREE
National Automobile Museum • 10 S. Lake St. • 333.9300
automuseum.org • FREE
National Automobile Museum • 10 S. Lake St. • 333.9300
automuseum.org • $4 - $10
WORKSHOPS
3-DAY 4-COLOR
ETCHING WORKSHOP
Develop skills in 4-color process etching using 4 copper plates,
4-color separations (CMYK) and traditional etching and aquatint
processes.
7/15, 7/16, 7/17 • 10AM • Oxboo Press
2035 Dickerson Rd. • 303.8086 • oxboopress.org • $175 - $200
A MAGICAL MORNING
A magical morning of dance and song with beautifully costumed
princesses of Once Upon a Party. For girls ages 2-8. Come in a
princess costume if you wish. Pre-registration required, grownups are free.
ETCHING WORKSHOP
7/9 • 10AM • The Creative Arts Center
204 Marsh Ave., #300 • 544.5878 • creativeartsreno.com • $15
ABSTRACT PAINTING ON WOOD
ART ADVENTURES FOR KIDS
(AGES 6-8)
Come play and create awesome abstract one-of-kind art with
beautiful designs on woods. Ages 5 and up. Space is limited.
Call to register.
Explore different media and techniques weekly. One-hour
workshops, Tuesdays. Pre-registration required.
7/19, 7/20, 7/21 • 10AM • Art on Earth • 2187 Westfield Ave.
825.1905 • facebook.com/artonearth • $30
7/19, 7/26 • 12:30PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $40
ABSTRACT PAINTING ON WOOD
FOR ADULTS
ART AFTERNOON: WORKSHOP
AND SOCIAL FOR SENIORS
ART BITE
Half-hour presentations invite guests to experience art in the
galleries with knowledgeable speakers.
7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29 • 12PM • Nevada Museum of Art
160 W. Liberty St. • 329.3333 • nevadaart.org/visit/
eventcalendar • $4 - $5
ARTFUL AND EDIBLE GARDENS
Paint on wood using your finger and scraping tools to create
texture and contrast. Call to register.
Expand your interests with a guided tour and studio art class.
Light refreshments provided.
Learn to transform your sunny yard into a beautiful entrance/
kitchen/cutting garden for producing food, flowers, herbs and
fragrance.
7/28 • 6PM • Art on Earth • 2187 Westfield Ave. • 825.1905
facebook.com/artonearth • $30
7/8 • 1PM • Nevada Museum of Art • 160 W. Liberty St.
329.3333 • nevadaart.org/visit/eventcalendar • $6 - $7
7/5, 7/13, 7/21 • Various times • River School Farm
7777 White Fir St. • 747.2222 • riverschool.info • $20
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WORKSHOPS
BURNER SEWING CLASSES
FAUX FUR LEG WARMERS
Create your own Burner wear and wear your fun and
funky threads in the fashion show 7/28. Bring your
own sewing machine. Space is limited, pre-registration
required.
7/7 • 6PM • PolyEsthers Costume Boutique & Fashion Factory
655 S. Virginia St. • 336.7573 • polycostumes.com • $25
RIDE-OR-DIE FUNKY JEAN SKIRT
Create your own Burner wear and wear your fun and
funky threads in the fashion show 7/28. Bring your
own sewing machine. Space is limited, pre-registration
required.
7/14 • 6PM • PolyEsthers Costume Boutique & Fashion Factory
655 S. Virginia St. • 336.7573 • polycostumes.com • $25
E.L. WIRE
Light up your outfit! Create your own Burner wear
and wear your fun and funky threads in the fashion
show 7/28. Bring your own sewing machine. Space is
limited, pre-registration required.
7/21 • 6PM • PolyEsthers Costume Boutique & Fashion Factory
655 S. Virginia St. • 336.7573 • polycostumes.com • $25
BLACK ROCK DESIGN INSTITUTE
Join the Nevada Museum of Art and the Black Rock Design
Institute for a dynamic talk about modern architecture
and design.
7/21 • 6PM • Nevada Museum of Art • 160 W. Liberty St.
329.3333 • nevadaart.org/visit/eventcalendar • $8 - $10
BREAK DANCING WORKSHOP
Pump it up! Experience and learn the elements and rhythmic
culture of B Boy Break Dancing, a fusion of street and funk.
All ages.
7/27 • 6PM • TNT & PDC Cheer & Dance • 3570 Barron Way, #B/C
843.4868 • tntexplosionallstarsteam.com • Suggested $5 donation
CERAMICS FOR ADULTS (AGES 15+)
Learn hand building and glazing techniques to create
unique ceramic pieces. Two-hour workshops, Wednesdays.
Pre-registration required.
7/13, 7/20, 7/27 • 2:15PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $105
CLAY, CLAY, CLAY (AGES 8-14)
Explore building and glazing techniques. One-and-a-half-hour
workshops, Wednesdays. Pre-registration required.
7/13, 7/20, 7/27 • 12:30PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $70
CONTEMPORARY LYRICAL
MASTER CLASS
Artist and educator Kathleen Sederquist, M.Ed., shares
meaningful and simple drawing techniques with your family.
Fun for all. Geared for children ages 4-6. Pre-registration
required. Cost covers tuition and materials.
7/9 • 9:30AM • Yellow Pine Studios, Galena • 605 Yellow Pine Rd.
849.3400 • $5
CREATIVITY INSPIRED BY NATURE
FOR ADULTS
Artist and educator Kathleen Sederquist, M.Ed., shares
meaningful and simple drawing techniques with your family.
Fun for all. Pre-registration required. Cost covers tuition and
materials.
7/9 • 11AM • Yellow Pine Studios, Galena • 605 Yellow Pine Rd.
849.3400 • $5
DEMONSTRATION OF
3-DIMENSIONAL PRINTING
Printing is no longer flat. Watch as 3-dimensional art is created.
Presented by Reno Makerspace.
7/1 • 12PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
DESIGN YOUR OWN T-SHIRT
This is your opportunity to be adventurous and make a unique
T-shirt to wear for Artown. Age 16 and up.
7/5, 7/6 • Various times • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St.
828.2665 • grassrootsbooks.com/artown • FREE
DISCOVER THE ARTS
Discover the Arts are free interactive workshops for children
ages 6-12 held each weekday in July. Check daily listings
for the details on activity, time and location. Sponsored by
Northern Nevada Dairymen, supporting Artown with a focus
on children’s programming and Discover the Arts, and made
possible by Chartrand Foundation, Union Pacific Foundation and
the Lemelson Education Assistance Program.
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Francheskka Clark shares her visions of rural Nevada and
demonstrates her painting techniques.
7/13 • 11AM • VSA arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 846.0704 • FREE
FROM RENO URBAN FOREST
TO ARTFUL CREATIONS
See how three urban walnut trees removed from the corner
of La Rue and Plumas were converted into beautiful home
furnishings.
7/6, 7/12, 7/21 • 6PM • River School Farm • 7777 White Fir St.
747.2222 • riverschool.info • $10
FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAWING
(AGES 8-12)
Learn drawing techniques to practice on your own. One-and-ahalf-hour workshops, Thursdays. Pre-registration required.
7/21, 7/28 • 2PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $50
FUNK BEYOND CONTROL
HIP HOP WORKSHOP
Come learn the Bay Area style hip hop that FBC has mastered.
All ages and skill levels.
7/20 • 6PM • TNT & PDC Cheer & Dance • 3570 Barron Way, #B/C
843.4868 • tntexplosionallstarsteam.com • Suggested $5 donation.
HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES
VOL. 1 PRINT PORTFOLIO EXHIBIT
7/1 • 9AM • Oxboo Press • 2035 Dickerson Rd. • 303.8086
oxboopress.org • FREE
DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS FOR
ADULTS (AGES 15+)
HOW TO TALK WITH CHILDREN
ABOUT ART
Learn value, shading and other techniques to practice on your
own. One-and-a-half-hour workshops, Tuesdays. Pre-registration
required.
Bring your child to the Museum to learn ways to help children
understand and engage with visual art of all kinds and begin a
lifelong interest in art and creative thinking.
7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 • 6PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $65
7/13, 7/27 • 11AM • Nevada Museum of Art • 160 W. Liberty St.
329.3333 • nevadaart.org/visit/eventcalendar • $5 - $15
DRAWING TREES
Come look how fun it is to draw trees and create a painted
piece to take home. Space is limited, call to register.
Learn how to draw cartoon characters. Ages 16 and up.
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FRANCHESKKA CLARK:
LIVE WITH PAINT AND CANVAS
7/13 • 1PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com/artown • FREE
DRAWING FOR KIDS: CARTOONS
7/6 • 6PM • TNT & PDC Cheer & Dance • 3570 Barron Way, #B/C
843.4868 • tntexplosionallstarsteam.com • Suggested $5 donation.
7/5, 7/13, 7/21 • Various times • River School Farm
7777 White Fir St. • 747.2222 • riverschool.info • $14
7/19, 7/20, 7/21 • 3PM • The Creative Art Center
204 Marsh Ave., #300 • 544.8578 • creativeartsreno.com • $75
Learn how to draw cartoon characters.
7/7 • 4PM • Art on Earth • 2187 Westfield Ave. • 825.1905
facebook.com/artonearth • FREE
CREATING WITH EARTH PLASTER
FAIRYTALE BALLET WORKSHOP
Experience the enchanting world of Fairytale Ballet in a festive
three-day workshop with dress-up, hands-on prop-making
and tiny tea parties. For girls ages 3-7. Space is limited, preregistration required.
Oxboo Press and organizer Brandon Gardner presents History of
the United States Vol. 1, the first of seven installments that will
create a comprehensive collection of the history of the United
States. This collection spans 1774 - 1809.
Various times and locations • 322.1538 • renoisartown.com • FREE
Be a part of an experience where there are no words, just
dance. A contemporary lyrical class taught by Heidy Quill taking
traditional technique and pushing it to the limit.
Learn how to use earth, sand and straw to make decorative
plasters. These plasters can be sculpted and painted with
special limes to create imaginative accents to any porous
surface inside or out.
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CREATIVITY INSPIRED BY NATURE
(AGES 4-6)
DRAWING WORKSHOP: CARTOONS
7/12 • 6PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
ERIK HOLLAND: LIVE WITH PAINT
AND CANVAS
Take this opportunity to join Erik and learn his favorite painting
techniques and hear stories about his painting adventures in
rural Nevada.
7/20 • 11AM • VSA arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 846.0704 • smaccenter.org • FREE
HUNDERTWASSER WORKSHOP
Discover the wonderful world of Hundertwasser. Draw and paint
in his style with happy houses full of lines, colors and living
roofs. Ages 5 and older, call to register.
7/26 - 7/28 • 1PM • Art on Earth • 2187 Westfield Ave.
825.1905 • facebook.com/artonearth • $30
IMPROVISATION AND CRAFT CAMP
Day campers, through improvisation, work on character
development and scene analysis while gaining life skills. Ages 7-12.
7/18 - 7/22 • 8AM • Sommersett Club at Town Center
7651 Town Square Way • 313.3900 • kidscapeproductions.com/reno/
camps-summer • $175 - $200
INTRO TO CHILDREN’S PUBLISHING:
GET ANSWERS AND TIPS FROM PROS
Introduction to children’s book creation for writers and
illustrators. Reserve your free ticket online.
7/2 • 11:30AM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St.
828.2665 • grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
VIEW THE COMPLETE EVENT DETAILS AND DOWNLOAD THE ARTOWN APP ONLINE
KAREN KREYESKI MOUNT:
LIVE WITH PAINT AND CANVAS
Watch Karen Kreyeski Mount demonstrate her talent with
watercolors, oil and acrylics in a small group setting.
7/6 • 11AM • VSA arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion • 250 Court St.
846.0704 • FREE
KIDS ACTING (AGES 8-12)
Boost confidence while learning theatrical concepts.
One-and-a-half-hour workshops, Wednesdays. Pre-registration
required.
7/13, 7/20, 7/27 • 1PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $60
KIDSCAPE IMPROVISATION CAMP
Day campers, through improvisation, work on character
development and scene analysis while gaining life skills such as
self-confidence, self-esteem and presentation. Ages 5-11.
7/25 - 7/29 • 11AM • Jessie Beck Elementary School
1900 Sharon Way • 313.3900 • kidscapeproductions.com/reno/
camps-summer • $40 - $175
KIDSCAPE PRODUCTIONS
IMPROVISATION AND ARTIST CAMP
Improvisational games and art projects. Come for the day or
join the week-long camp. Ages 6 and up.
7/11 - 7/15 • 8:30AM • River School Farm • 7777 White Fir St.
313.3900 • kidscapeproductions.com • $70 - $375
LANDSCAPE PAINTING FOR
BEGINNERS
Learn how to paint a sunset over the Sierras. Ages 16 and up.
7/19 • 6PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
MAGICAL MANDALAS
Come explore the magic of creating your own Mandala using
colored pencils and paints. Space is limited, call to register.
MOMMY (OR DADDY) AND ME
(AGES 3-5)
It’s never too soon to instill a love for creating art in
your child. 60-minute workshops for ages 3 -5. Mondays.
Pre-registration required.
7/18, 7/25 • 12:30PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $50
MUSE ON THE RUN:
FINDING THE 25TH HOUR TO WRITE
If you’ve always wanted to write but can never find the time,
this popular workshop for adults will show you how. Free ticket
online.
7/13 • 7PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
PAINT ‘N PLAY WORKSHOP
Join our workshop to create your own unique party platter.
7/21 • 6PM • The Clay Canvas • 550 W. Plumb Ln., #G
828.4118 • theclaycanvas.com • $45
PAINTING FOR KIDS
Learn painting techniques and have fun.
7/19 • 1PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
PASTELS FOR ADULTS (AGES 15+)
Learn basics of using soft pastels. One-and-a-half-hour
workshops, Mondays. Pre-registration required.
7/11, 7/18, 7/25 • 3PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $75
PLEIN AIR OIL PAINTING FOR
ADULTS (AGES 15+)
Create masterpieces while learning the techniques of oil
painting from local artist Erik Holland. Two-and-a-half-hour
workshops, Fridays. Pre-registration required.
7/7 • 6PM • Art on Earth • 2187 Westfield Ave. • 825.1905
facebook.com/artonearth • FREE
7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29 • 9:15 AM
VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion • 250 Court St. • 826.6100
vsanevada.org • $140
TOUGH LOVE BELLY DANCE
WORKSHOP #1 WITH AMY SIGIL
AND UNMATA
Recycle books into art or useful objects. Make a book safe,
purse, clock and more.
Learn fi ve dance and movement games designed to get you out
of your box and possibly into someone else’s arms. Register
online.
7/24 • 12:30PM • Achieve Fitness • 600 S. Center St., #300
848.7203 • ashaworlddancers.com • $44 - $75
TOUGH LOVE BELLY DANCE
WORKSHOP #2 WITH AMY SIGIL
AND UNMATA
PULP INTO ART
7/9, 7/31 • 1PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St.
828.2665 • grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
PUPPET & PRINT
Hands-on marionette operation with Bernie Beauchamp. Learn
about his life-size marionette, Cosmo.
7/28 • 1AM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
Q&A WITH PROFESSIONAL FILM
CRITIC LISA MILLER
Learn about choreography and dance vocabulary such as
transitions, drills, counts, tempo, craft and working backwards.
Register online.
All film fans welcome. Ask movie-related questions.
7/24 • 3PM • Achieve Fitness • 600 S. Center St., #300
848.7203 • ashaworlddancers.com • $44 - $75
7/16 • 4PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
MEMENTO TILE
Come in and create your own piece of art on a 4-inch tile.
Limited to the first 200 tiles.
7/1, 7/4 - 7/8, 7/11 - 7/15, 7/18 - 7/22, 7/25 - 7/29 • 11AM
The Clay Canvas • 550 W. Plumb Ln., #G • 828.4118
theclaycanvas.com • FREE
MIXED MEDIA (AGES 8-12)
Ignite your child’s creativity using various media. One-hour-and15-minute workshops, Thursdays. Pre-registration required.
7/21, 7/28 • 12:30PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $50
MIXED MEDIA FOR ADULTS
(AGES 15+)
Ignite your imagination using various media each week. Twohour workshops, Tuesdays. Pre-registration required.
7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 • 3PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $70
RECYCLED PAPER-MAKING
WORKSHOP
SPANISH DANCE:
LEARN SEVILLANAS! (AGES 7-10)
Learn a popular flamenco style from Seville. One-hour
workshops, Fridays. Pre-registration required.
7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29 • 1PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $45
SUMMER ART CAMPS AT THE LAKE
MANSION (AGES 6-10)
Art, theater and creative movement/music each day. Three-hour
workshops, Monday-Friday. Pre-registration required.
7/11 - 7/15, 7/18 - 7/22, 7/25 - 7/29 • 9AM
VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion • 250 Court St. • 826.6100
vsanevada.org • $85
SUMMER ART CAMPS IN SPARKS
(AGES 6-10)
Art, theater and creative movement/music each day.
Three-hour workshops 7/11-14. Pre-registration required.
7/11, 7/25 • 9AM • Alf Sorenson Community Center
1400 Baring Blvd. • Sparks • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $68
SUMMER T-SHIRT PRINTING
Screen print your own unique T-shirts in this one-day workshop.
Bring your T-shirts, we supply the rest.
7/30 • 10AM • Oxboo Press • 2035 Dickerson Rd. • 815.4749
oxboopress.org • $30
TATTOO DESIGN AND
TEMPORARY APPLICATION
Learn the basics of tattoo design and apply a temporary tattoo.
7/26 • 6PM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
TO LIVE FOREVER: EGYPTIAN
TREASURES OF THE BROOKLYN
MUSEUM
Dr. Edward Bleiberg, curator of Egyptian art, speaks about the
origins and meanings of rare and precious ancient Egyptian
artifacts on display in “To Live Forever: Egyptian Treasures from
the Brooklyn Museum.”
7/14 • 6PM • Nevada Museum of Art • 160 W. Liberty St.
329.3333 • nevadaart.org/visit/eventcalendar • $12 - $15
TREE PHOTOGRAPHY
Relaxing walk through Idlewild Park with ISA Certified
Arborist and professional photographer. Learn techniques for
photographing trees and landscapes.
7/9, 7/23 • 9AM • Idlewild Park • California Building
1000 Whitmore Ln. • 954.6860 • FREE
WATERCOLORS FOR ADULTS
(AGES 15+)
Such a great way to spend time on a hot summer’s day
learning the art of watercolor. Create works of art while
exploring watercolor techniques. Two-hour workshops,
Mondays. Pre-registration required.
7/11, 7/18, 7/25 • 5PM • VSA Arts of Nevada at Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 826.6100 • vsanevada.org • $100
WEEKEND ART GLASS PATE DE VERE
CLASS WITH PHIL TEEFY
Children learn about the importance of recycling and waste
reduction while creating a one-of-a-kind piece of paper to take
home. Sponsored by Wells Fargo.
Advanced kiln forming techniques and diverse materials. Wildflower’s
second weekend retreat with Phil Teefy. All levels welcome.
7/7 • 1:30PM • Garden Pavilion Patio at the Lake Mansion
250 Court St. • 851.5185 • ktmb.org • FREE
7/22, 7/23, 7/24 • 10AM • Wildflower Village • 4275-4395 W. 4th St.
827.5250 • wildflowervillage.com • $575 - $700
RESEARCH: WRITE WHAT YOU
WANT TO KNOW WITH AUTHOR
SUZANNE MORGAN WILLIAMS
Learn research techniques from award-winning author of
“Bull Rider.” Reserve free ticket online.
7/2 • 9AM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
SNOW GLOBE WORKSHOP
UNCONVENTIONAL PUBLISHING
Stanley Schmidt, author of the 19-book math curriculum “The
Life of Fred,” shares how he did it.
7/27 • 10AM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
WRITING FOR CHILDREN WITH
NY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR
ELLEN HOPKINS
Create your own exclusive snow globe at Reno’s original paint
your own pottery studio.
Learn about writing for children from New York Times
bestselling author. Reserve free ticket online.
7/13, 7/26 • 6PM • The Clay Canvas • 550 W. Plumb Ln., #G
828.4118 • theclaycanvas.com • $20
7/2 • 10AM • Grassroots Books • 660 E. Grove St. • 828.2665
grassrootsbooks.com • FREE
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VENUE SEATING
SEATING PLAN FOR EVENING PERFORMANCES
WINGFIELD PARK
RULES
Dance Floor
■ GENERAL ADMISSION SEATING
FIRST COME – FIRST SERVE.
High-Back Seating
■ SEATING FOR HIGH- AND LOW-BACK
Sta
Stage
CHAIR AREAS OPENS 1½ HRS. BEFORE THE
PERFORMANCE. LOW-BACK CHAIRS HAVE
LEGS NO TALLER THAN 6” AND BACKS NO
TALLER THAN SHOULDER HEIGHT.
Low-Back Seating
Blankets are welcome.
■ NO GLASS.
■ NO PETS.
Wheelchair
Seating
■ NO BICYCLES, SKATEBOARDS OR OTHER
VEHICLES MAY BE RIDDEN IN EVENT AREA.
■ NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL. ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES PURCHASED AT EVENT MUST BE
CONSUMED WITHIN THE EVENT AREA.
■ SMOKING IS ONLY ALLOWED IN
DESIGNATED AREAS.
■ KEEP THE PARK CLEAN – PACK OUT WHAT
YOU BRING IN.
■ ADA PARKING IS AVAILABLE NEAR
WINGFIELD PARK. LOCATIONS INCLUDE
BARBARA BENNETT PARK (FOUR SPACES),
ANGLE PARKING ON 1ST STREET (TWO
SPACES) AND NUMEROUS SPOTS AT THE
PARKING GALLERY ON THE CORNER OF 1ST
AND SIERRA STREETS.
All Other Seating
Sound Board
Restrooms
Vendor Area
$3 HAS NEVER DONE
SO MUCH GOOD!
RGJ Media and U.S. Bank have joined with Artown as
sponsors of the “Give $3 to Keep Artown Free” campaign
to encourage the community to make donations to help
support the vibrant and noteworthy performances you
enjoy throughout July. Your $3 becomes $6 thanks to
a generous matching grant from the Robert S. and
Dorothy J. Keyser Foundation.
HOW TO DONATE:
• Donate online at renoisartown.com
• Look for donation envelopes in the Reno Gazette-Journal
• Donate at U.S. Bank locations, 30 local branches are participating
• Donate during free Artown events at Wingfield Park:
Opening and Closing Nights, Family Series, World Music Series
and Movies in the Park.
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Be moved.
IGT is proud to support Artown and its month-long choreography of creativity.
© 2011 IGT.
All rights reserved.
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ARTOWN’S IMPACT
artown
is catalyst of change in Reno
A
1996 when
its creators decided an arts festival could bring people to
Reno’s struggling downtown.
Before Artown, locals just didn’t come downtown, says Executive
utive
Director Beth Macmillan.
“Everybody said that’s not the center of the city,”
Macmillan says of locals’ pre-Artown attitude.
“Well, they put this festival on for three weeks
and 30,000 people showed up. People were
hungry for something like this to happen.”
Sixteen years later, Reno’s downtown is now a
vibrant city center practically unrecognizable
from those earlier days. Artown now
brings in more than 300,000 attendees
during the month of July. Nearby,
families now play in the Truckee
RTOWN STARTED SOMETHING BIG IN
RENO YOUTH
JAZZ ORCHESTRA
JULY 18, ROBERT Z.
HAWKINS AMPHITHEATER
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QUIRKY RIDES
ONGOING, NATIONAL
AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM
ART PAWS
IN THE PARK
JULY 17, McKINLEY
ARTS & CULTURE
CENTER
River — an activity that was illegal when Artown
started — and take in a ballgame at the $50 million Aces
Stadium. What was once a shuttered casino is now luxury
condominiums.
“Artown was the change agent, where businesses realized
that people will come back downtown,” Macmillan says.
“In talking to the developers of the Montage, one of
the reasons they liked Reno was Artown,” says Dave
Aiazzi, Reno City Councilman and Artown board
member. The high-rise condo developers saw that
people would go — and live — downtown. “People
were going down there in summer to Wingfield Park.”
Local restaurateur Jack Lyons and his partner Josh
Polon, owners of Men Wielding Fire, have been
providing food for Artown concerts and special events
for six years. The positive exposure helped grow their
catering business, Lyons says, and now, the two have
opened a restaurant at 180 E. First St.
“We’ve been a big supporter of Artown, and
they’ve really helped us out,”
Lyons says.
PARADE
POSIES
Word of Artown’s impact has
JUNE 30,
spread far beyond the borders
McKINLEY ARTS &
CULTURE CENTER
of the Truckee Meadows. The
THE LIGHT CIRCUS
ONGOING, THE
MONTAGE
National Endowment for the Arts included Artown
in its 2010 guide, highlighting the festival‘s $12 million
economic impact through dining, shopping, hotel, gaming
and entertainment expenditures.
“Artown started for our own community in our
backyard, but tourism has followed,” Macmillan says.
“It’s really helped with rebranding Reno. People are
coming here for the arts.” ■
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ENCORE SERIES
encore
Yo-Yo Ma tops season lineup
N
KATHRYN STOTT
THE ASSAD BROTHERS
Contemporary International Art
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MICHAEL O’NEILL
O W E N T E R I N G I T S T H I R D S E A S O N , Encore is
keeping Artown top-of-mind year round.
Encore will present world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo
Ma and pianist Kathryn Stott performing with the Brazilian
guitar rhythms of the Assad Brothers, April 26, 2012 at the Grand
Sierra Resort Grand Theatre.
“There were artists not around in July we’d love to have come,”
Executive Director Beth Macmillan says of Encore’s origins. Now,
Artown brings in performers from September through May,
making the festival a nearly year-round experience.
The Yo-Yo Ma performance caps a long effort to bring the
cellist to Reno.
“I’ve been working on securing Yo-Yo Ma for two or three
years,” Macmillan says.
Dave Aiazzi, Reno city councilman and Artown board member,
credits Macmillans’ work to spread the word of Reno as an arts
destination for securing Ma.
“Because of the work she’s done in the past years, it makes
artists think Reno is a place to stop,” Aiazzi says. “I’m very proud
Reno is a place he (Ma) would like to perform. The people in Reno
deserve to see Yo-Yo Ma.” ■
If it’s July in Reno,
it’s got to be Artown!
ENERGIZE ƒ EXPLORE ƒ ENJOY
Proud sponsor of
Artown 2011
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SPONSORS
John Breternitz and Chris Cox
Valerie Burnett
Jackie Ruffin
Tyrus and Suellen Cobb
Michael Capello
Gary and Elaine Sargent
Patricia and Stewart Crane
Martine Carlin
Michael and Karren Smith
Francey Dennis
Nadine Dewitt
Karen Traynor
Bob and Audrey Ferrari
Diamond Vault
Steve Van Denburgh
Jim Gallaway
Patricia Engles
Claude Van Marter
Peggy and Thomas J. Hall
Alanna Fitzgerald
Steve and Imogene Weldi
David Lan
Barbara and Bob Fox
Cynthia and Al Widman
Kathy Lawhon
Cathy Gabrielli
John and Virginia Williamson
Leslie Martin
Henry Garell
Sher and Gary Muhonen
PAL
Lorraine Giuriani
Robert and Emily Parrino
Phyllis Ager
Mary Goddard
Jim and Gail Pfrommer
Christie Aldinger
Mary Anne Hawkins
James and Marilyn Rappaport
Carole Anderson
YEAR ROUND FRIEND
Noelle Hetz
Len Savage
Thomas and Adele Andrews
Dave and DeLores Aiazzi
Daniel Inouye
Michael Schwimmer
Lynn Atcheson
Altmann Family
Monica Kales
George Simmons
Ginne and Bob Kersey
Michele Attaway and John
Carlton
Rachael Austin
Andrew and Sheree Wesely
Susan and Harvey Lee
Connie Backes
Doug Brewer and Viki Matica
Woodburn & Wedge
David Levine
Ernie Baragar
Thomas Bullard
K. Brad Van Woert III
Dr. Jim and Lynn Megquier
John and Kathleen Bardwell
James and Mary Kidder
Jolynn Worley
Stan and Theresa Mentzer
Betty and John Barker
Brooks and Diane Mancini
BUDDY
Terry and Lynn Nielsen
Monique Baron
Leslie Adams
Carol Parkhurst
Moira Bengochea
Mark and Marsha Richter
Byllie Andrews
B.J. and Patrick North
Gretchen and Forrest Bietz
Sierra Field Services
Ellen Baker
Lois Parks
Jane Bowden
Joan Gibb
Earl and Meg Tarble
Barbara Bental
Susanne Pennington
Brent and Patricia Boynton
Jeff and Allison Gorelick
COMPANION
Steven Brazelton
Margo Piscevich
Rayna Brachmann
Sherry and Jay Morgan
Arthur Anderson
Lynn and Katherine Brown
Martha Scott Pruter
Linda Brown
Dean and Gloria Smith
Lorna Benedict
Steven Brown
Melvin Ray C.P.A.
Amanda Burden
friends of
artown
HALL OF FAME
Foundation
Heidemarie Rochlin
Stremmel Gallery
The Ranson Webster Fund at
the Community Foundation of
Western Nevada
Mary Weneta
BENEFACTOR
Renown Health
SOUL MATE
David and Julie Flint
Daniel and Joy Norem
The Satre Family Fund
BEST FRIEND
Marjorie Marlowe
Laura Brigham
Pamela Howard and
Thomas Castle
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H. Treat and Patricia Cafferata
Maryanne Gibson
Kristin Laxalt
Craig Questa
Carolyn and Ron Vaught
Lynn Carasali
John Gillmartin
Carrie Lee
Sandra Reeler
Ann Owen and Dirk Verhulst
Gilbert Chaput
Glenda Gilmore
Ann Little
Rosalyne Reynolds
Charlotte Voitoff
Ande and Mike Chern
Martha Gould
Kirsten Lorenzen
Judith Roberts Costin
Joseph Volcskai
Janet Chubb
Janet Greenhaw
Toni Lowden
Romiti Art
Warren Walters
Press and Delores Clewe
Lauren Greenwood
Donna MacIntyre
Frank Rosenberry
Cecil and Dayne Webb
Gary and Betsy Cole
Mark Grice
Rita Malkin
Michelle Rosso
Donnah Wenstrom
Alison Colvin Attorney at Law
Meri and W. Ed Gscheidle
Venture Planning Associated,
Inc.
L.E. and Carolyn Ruckstuhl
Karen and Steve Wiel
John and Donna Satterfield
Yvonne Wood-Antonuccio
Maggie Mcgrew
Catherine Schmidt
David Woodin
Lynn McQuarrie
Bud and Kathy Schonder
Ruth Ann Wright
Leslie Miller
Shellie and Trenton Schoppe
John Zamzow
Cynthia Mitchell
Ted and Susan Schroeder
Daniel Mitchell
Honorable Donald and Mrs.
Marjorie Shelton
GIFTS RECEIVED IN MEMORY OF
MICHAEL BELL
Teri Connolly
Lisa Connor
Janet Coombs
Lisa Connor
Valerie Cooke
Judith Roberts and
C Patrick Costin
Monica Coughlin
Federick Cox
Rebecca and Anthony Czarnik
Frankie Sue Del Papa
Drakulich Insurance Agency
Steve Edmundson
Nilsine and Skip Hansen
Laurel Harding
Mary Anne Hawkins
Marilyn Hewitt
Joanne and Roger Hildahl
Eileen Hough
Ronald and Sandy Jenkins
Warren Johnston
Richard Jones
Marcy and Scott Jordan
Jordan-Hurrle
Jo Ann Karhohs
Wendie Morris
Elizabeth Morse
Colleen Murray
Renata Neumann
Ronald Newell
Bill and Lynn Newhall
Tammy and Dave Nichols
Michael Amsbry
Robert Sheridan
Spencer Bell
Darolyn Skelton
Joan Bonari
Debbie Smee
Curt Follmer
Frances Smith
Betty Pfaff
Miles and Bernadine Standish
Dr. David Pfaff, M.D.
Kellene Stockwell
Mary and Michael Sauvola
Evie Swan
Linda and John Swanson
GIFTS RECEIVED IN MEMORY OF
WILLIAM BARRETT
Lissa Talso
Mary Jo Barrett
Sarah and George Thomas
GIFTS RECEIVED IN MEMORY OF
SUE MCDOWELL
Anne Elliott
Mary Kelesi
Debbie Falkosky
Lorelei Keltie
Susan Fittinghoff and
Chuck Bonnley
Ann Keniston
Sharie Ford
Sandra Ketner
Karen Forsyth
Kris Kingery
Kimberly and Michael Foster
Mike and Pat Klos
Martha Peterson
Dr. Sher Todd &
Dr. Randall Todd
Jackie Lariviere and Penny
Derowitsch
Sandra Poupeney
Katherine Tresidder
GIFTS RECEIVED IN HONOR OF
SARAH SAMUEL
Barbara Price
Janna Tucker
Jane Grossman
Jennifer Burton Gallop
Theresa Gandolfo
Lawrence Kennedy
William and Mary Nork
Diane O’Connor
Evelyn Oliver
Jean and Richard Park
Verna Peeler
Jennifer and Richard Todd
Sandra Bitler
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artown Sponsors 2011
Major Funding Provided by the City of Reno
Festival Sponsors
Event Sponsors
Sponsoring Opening Night, Discover the Arts, Family Series, Movies in the Park, Monday Night Music Series, World Music Series, Pink Martin, Doc Severinsen and the San Miguel Five,
Stephen Petronio’s UNDERLAND, Missoula Children’s Theatre, Closing Night and the Encore Series.
Foundations
The Thelma & Thomas Hart Foundation
Robert S. and Dorothy J. Keyser Foundation
Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation
Leonette Foundation
Wells Fargo Foundation
Chartrand Foundation
Union Pacific Foundation
Lemelson Education Assistance Program
New England Foundation of the Arts
Bretzlaff Foundation
E. L. Cord Foundation
Community Foundation of Western Nevada
Gabelli Foundation
Terry Lee Wells Foundation
Other Partners
Washoe County Medical Reserve Corps
Nevada Office Machines
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