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Jun 12 Friday
The official State Fair of Nevada will return to the Nevada State Fairgrounds in Reno June 11-13, and will include food, entertainment, agriculture, and community celebration. Programming will also include Next Generation Youth Bull Riding, local vendors, carnival rides, and more.
Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's right!
Shows run May 29-30, June 3-6, and June 10-13.
Jun 13 Saturday
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled morning of music, dancing and learning with Grammy- and Latin Grammy-winning duo, Christina and Andrés. Known for their interactive, high-energy performances, get ready to groove to original, bilingual songs inspired by musical traditions from across Latin America.
As part of the Art in Nature series, artist Bobbie Ann Howell will lead a cut paper workshop. Bobbie Ann showed her stunning cut paper works to the Corn Creek Changing Gallery last year. Now you can learn the technique! Seating is limited.
Free, but register and find out more at Get Tickets.
The National Atomic Testing Museum's “Atomic Stories” series is designed to bring history to life through expert perspectives, archival materials and engaging discussions connecting past events to present-day conversations.
This one begins with a showing of “One Week in October,” a black and white documentary created by the U.S. Department of Defense that was released in July 1964. The film recounts the Cuban Missile Crisis of October 1962.
Following the screening, there will be a discussion with Martha DeMarre, founder of the National Atomic Testing Museum and archivist for the Nevada National Security Sites. DeMarre will provide expert commentary on the film’s historical significance and its lasting impact on generations of Americans.
Jun 16 Tuesday
Left of Center is pleased to present Revelations in Art Therapy, an exhibition of artwork curated by Professor Dennis Martinez of Utah Tech University. The exhibit encapsulates varied works by artists, teachers, students, and inmates that Martinez has worked with. These visual creations personify thoughts, feelings, emotions, and actions. Each experience is unique and communicates through any and every dynamic of art form.
On exhibit Tuesday-Friday, 12 p.m.-4 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Gallery reception: June 20, 12 p.m.-3 p.m.
Jun 17 Wednesday
The Village at Rancharrah, fondly known as “Reno’s backyard,” is excited to welcome the community back for its popular Village Summer Concert Series presented by Dolan Auto Group, now entering its fourth year. This cherished weekly event brings together hundreds of locals to enjoy warm evenings filled with live music, connection, and celebration in one of Reno-Tahoe’s most vibrant outdoor destinations.
This free weekly event has become a beloved summer tradition in Reno, regularly drawing hundreds of attendees to the Village at Rancharrah. Guests are encouraged to bring low-back lawn chairs or a picnic blanket and settle in for an evening of live music in a relaxed outdoor setting. The concert series offers a mix of local and regional performances across diverse musical styles. Outside food and alcohol are not permitted.
Free, but more details at Get Tickets.