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JANUARY'S BIRTHDAYS POTLUCK January 18, 2008 Piper's Opera House Virginia City, NV Details: 800-718-7587	Celebrate January Birthdays with music and good cheer. Bring a dish to share and a (non perishable) food donation for Community Chest.
20th ANNUAL FANTASY WEDDING FAIRE January 27, 2008 Grand Sierra Resort Details: 775-322-7065	The Fantasy Wedding Faire is a collaboration of 50 volunteers, 30 models and 160+ wedding related exhibitors who generously lend their time and talents to benefit the cardiovascular health of the Northern Nevada community.
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CULINARY CONCERT February 2, 2008 Pioneer Center Details: 775-786-4046	Nevada Opera Culinary Concert - Opera 101 and Wine Tasting. Executive Director and CIA-Trained Chef, William Russell, will go mano a mano against local celebrity chef, Jennifer Bushman, in an epicurean duel set to music, an event that has never been seen live before in northern Nevada. The event will be under the direction of Nevada Opera Artistic Director, Michael Borowitz. Meet and hear the principles from the upcoming NOA production of Hansel and Gretel. Taste wines and enjoy food while experiencing the passion and excitement of the performers, in both the fields of music and food. Attendees will have the opportunity to enter to raffles to win a spot as Jennifer Bushman assistant in her challenge. They will also have the chance to win a spot at the food judging table. So, do you feel lucky? $75 per person – Reserved VIP tables for six (6) $500. Tickets are limited, so buy early!
HEART OF GOLD GALA February 6, 2008 Peppermill Hotel Details -775-322-7065	Dinner-dance honors 'Heart of Gold' award recipients who have demonstrated significant support of AHA's mission and goals. Join us in the new Tuscany Ballroom at the Peppermill Hotel for our event themed, "A Night In Italy".
TANNER'S MARKETPLACE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES February 16 & 17, 2008 Reno Livestock Events Center 1350 N. Wells Ave, Reno Details: 775-747-0905	Antiques & Collectibles, featuring jewelry, vintage clothes, pottery, toys -Something for everyone Free Parking, Admission $3.00 Adults, seniors $2.00, Children under 12 FREE Hours: Saturday, 9:00 - 4:00 Sunday, 9:00 - 3:00
SNOW FESTIVAL 2008 Feb 29 - March 9, 2008 Lake Tahoe Details: 530-583-7167	A 10-day festival held in north Lake Tahoe featuring snow-sculpture contests, a Irish stew feed by Kiwanis Club, pancake breakfasts, a parade with post-parade party, Gar Woods “Polar Bear Swim”, battle of the bands at the CalNeva Resort, dog pull, ice cream eating contest, "Brooms, Boards and Boots" at the Resort at Squaw Creek, a luau and more. Fireworks, torch light parade on the mountain and laser show at Squaw Valley USA on opening day. For details visit www.tahoesnowfestival.com or call 530-583-7167.
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MOUNTAIN OYSTER FRY March 15, 2008 Virginia City, NV Details: 800-718-7587	Annual Oyster Fry, chefs competing with great creations of "mountain oysters".
ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE March 15, 2008 Virginia City, NV Details: 800-718-7587	Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, Leprechauns and more, fun for all. For More information Contact Virginia City Visitor's Center 775-847-4386 or Karen Woodmansee 775-847-4768
TOP O' THE MORNIN' FUN RUN March 16, 2008 Sparks Marina Details: 353-7898	Choose from a 10k or 2 mile walk or run. Proceeds go to the Youth Scholarship Fund.
COMSTOCK EASTER EGG HUNT March 22, 2008 Virginia City, NV Details: 800-718-7587	Great Easter Egg hunt at Miners Park, prizes and more. Contact Virginia City Chamber of Commerce for more information 775-847-0311
MAD HATTER'S EASTER PARADE March 23, 2008 Virginia City, NV Details: 800-718-7587	Don your favorite Easter bonnet or chapeau, prizes for quite a few different catagories. For more information contact Virginia City Visitor's Center 775-847-4386 or Virginia City Chamber of Commerce 775-847-0311
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NEVADA OPERA GALA April 4, 2008 Grand Sierra Resort Details: 775-786-4046	Nevada Opera Gala 2008, Black & White Gala -This is our annual fundraising dinner and will be held Friday, April 4, 2008 at 6:00pm at the Eldorado Hotel.
26th NIGHT OF ALL NATIONS April 4, 2008 Lawlor Events Center	The 26th Annual Night of All Nations will take place on April 4 from 6 p.m. - 11p.m. in Lawlor Events Center on the University of Nevada, Reno campus. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. The cost is $3 for students, and $4 for the general public. Night of All Nations is the largest student-run event on campus and the largest multicultural event in Northern Nevada. Night of All Nations has grown to be a well-known event in the Reno area, bringing in about 4000 attendees. The event features representatives from over 60 countries who hold booths providing information about their country and serve food from their country. Cultural performances and dances are on stage throughout the night in addition to a variety of free activities including face painting, origami, hemp beading, sand art, mosaics, painting, and mask making. For information about the event or for tickets, contact International Club President Monika Mala at monika89523@hotmail.com. You can also visit us online at www.unr.edu/oiss/noan.
NEVADA WOMEN'S EXPO April 5 & 6, 2008 RSCC Details: 775-750-0841	The sixth annual Nevada Women's Expo April 5 & 6 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, 4590 S. Virginia Street in Reno is all about women - who they are, what they enjoy, what they want to know - and what they buy. Over 30 different categories representing over 130 exhibitors. Produced by Destinations West, LLC, a female-friendly event and meeting planning company, the event will feature trends, products, workshops, services and resources designed to enrich women. http://NevadaWomensExpo.com
BACK TO BASICS CONFERENCE April 9 - 11, 2008 Grand Sierra Resort Details: 954-540-0302	Our event is a two day two track event. The first track is an SAP/DOT requalification track and the second Track is a substance abuse in the workplace track offering 17.5 PDH, CEU and NASW hours
DONATE LIFE FUN WALK April 19, 2008 Sparks Marina Details: 775-745-2784	This 2 mile fun walk is to help promote awareness about the need for organ and tissue donors. $25.00 registration includes T-shirt, water, goody bag and raffle ticket. Register at www.active.com/donatelifewalknevada.com. Event includes guest speakers, live musical entertainment and raffle. Proceeds benefit Team Nevada for U.S. Transplant Games. For more information, contact Tracy Copeland at glen-n-tracy@charter.net.
DTV TRANSMISSION April 20, 2008 155 Los Altos Pkwy Sparks Details: 775-626-8080	Come learn about the Digital Television Transition in English & Spanish! Best Buy will be hosting a FREE class to the community about the upcoming 2009 transition, what it means for Charter cable customers and for your TV's, and HDTV basics to simplify the process of buying a new TV! We are proud to have Charter and the National Hispanics Professionals Organization as our sponsors. Seats are limited- RSVP today!
RENO JAZZ FESTIVAL April 24-26, 2008 UNR Campus Reno Details 775-784-4046	The 45th annual Reno Jazz Festival hosts more than 300 performances and clinics featuring 40 jazz artists from around the nation and approximately 280 middle school, high school and college groups from around the west. Opening concert on Thursday, April 24.
TANNER'S MARKETPLACE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES April 26 & 27, 2008 Reno Livestock Events Center 1350 N. Wells Ave, Reno Details: 775-747-0905	Antiques & Collectibles, featuring jewelry, vintage clothes, pottery, toys - Something for everyone Free Parking, Admission $3.00 Adults, seniors $2.00, Children under 12 FREE Hours: Saturday, 9:00 - 4:00 Sunday, 9:00 - 3:00
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RENO FILM FESTIVAL May 1-4, 2008 Reno Details: 775-334-6707	The Reno Film Festival is the latest addition to the growing Reno art scene. The Reno Film Festival offers fun parties and events, celebrities and a tribute to the year’s exceptional films. Contact 775-334-6707 for details or visit www.renofilmfestival.com.
CJOMSTOCK CHILI COOKOFF May 3, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	Chili cooks from everywhere compete for prizes and awards, also stroll C Street and sample Peoples Choice entries. For more information contact Virginia City Visitor's Center 775-847-4386 or Virginia City Chamber of Commerce 775-847-0311
MARATHON DE MAYO NEVADA WIDE OPEN MUSIC MARATHON May 4, 2008 Reno Arch Details: 775-825-1727	Reno’s marathon takes to the streets May 4 and features a Latino music act at each mile of the race. The course begins at the Reno Arch on Virginia Street and takes participants through some of Reno’s most scenic areas. There is also a half marathon, 5K, and 10K. The race is open to athletes of all abilities and proceeds benefit nonprofit organizations. For more information call 775-825-1727 or visit www.marathondemayo.com.
RENO RIVER FESTIVAL May 9-11, 2008 Downtown Reno Details: 800-367-7366	The 5th annual Reno River Festival reaches new heights in 2008, featuring an invitational competition, demonstrations, clinics, live music, a kayak movie, vendors of all sorts, food, drinks and much more. The whitewater course, Nevada’s first kayak slalom racing course, totals 2,600 feet of class 2 to 3 rapids on a difficulty scale of 1 to 6, and includes north and south channels that surround a city park on an island in the river. The course also features 11 “drop pools” and boulders for kayaking maneuvers, a slalom racing course, and 7,000 tons of smooth flat rocks along the shores for easy river access and spectator seating. Contact the RSCVA at 800 FOR-RENO (800-367-7366) or visit www.RenoRiverFestival.com.
ROLLER DERBY May 17, 2008 River Rink Plaza	THE TROUBLE WITH GIRLS (and how to get into it) Battle Born Derby Demons vs Santa Cruz Roller Girls. There will be live music, food, a half time show and a beer garden for 21 and over. Admission is $10 at the gate, gates are at 6pm and the bout starts at 7pm. All of our home bouts are held at the River Rink Plaza. (where the ice skating rink is in the winter). Bring the kids and a lawn chair.
CELEBRATION OF HEROES PARADE May 24, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	Annual Memorial Day Parade for more information contact Virginia City Visitor's Center 775-847-4386 or Virginia City Chamber of Commerce
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SPARKS HOMETOWNE FARMER'S MARKET June - August 2008 Victorian Square Details: 775-353-2291	Thursdays only - 4:00 - 9:00 pm. Get it fresh at this weekly summertime celebration of food and family fun. The market features more than 100 vendors offering fresh-picked produce, breads, pastries and gourmet foods plus cooking demonstrations, live entertainment and unique items for home and garden. The Farmers Market is held Thursday evenings, from 4 to 9 p.m., at Victorian Square in Sparks. Contact 775-353-2291 for details or visit www.ci.sparks.nv.us.
LUNGS ON LEGS June 1, 2008 10500 Rio Wrangler Pkwy Details: 775-829-5864	LUNGS ON LEGS is an inaugural event for serious runners, but is family-friendly as well. There is a half-marathon ($45), 10K ($35) and 5K ($25) run and walk. Start time: 8:00 a.m. Start/Finish: Damonte Ranch High School, 10500 Rio Wrangler Pkwy, Reno. Sponsored by the American Lung Association®. Register: online at www.lungnevada.org or call (775) 829-5864
AMERICA'S MOST BEAUTIFUL BIKE RACE June 1, 2008 Lake Tahoe Details: 800-565-2704	Lake Tahoe, Nevada - The 17th Annual "America's Most Beautiful Bike Ride-Lake Tahoe" has built a reputation for not only its spectacular scenery, but also its great food and support. Boat Cruise/35-Mile Fun Ride, 72-mile ride around the Lake, and full 100-mile century are offered. This ride promotes Lake Tahoe Bikeway, the plan to build and interconnect bike lanes/trails around Lake Tahoe, and is the culmination of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's National Team In Training spring fund raising program. 3000 participants.
GOLF TOURNAMENT FOR BREAST CANCER June 6, 2008 D'Andrea Golf Club Details: 775-315-6782	The High Desert Hooters is a team of women dedicated to helping eradicate breast cancer as a life threatening disease. Every year we participate in a 60-mile walk called the Breast Cancer 3-Day. The Breast Cancer 3-Day benefits Susan G. Komen for the Cure, to fund breast cancer research and community outreach, as well as the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund, to provide an endowment for breast cancer initiatives.Our team is hosting our 4th Annual golf tournament at D'Andrea Golf Club as our main fundraiser. We invite you to join us as a player, and/or a sponsor for this event. We are anticipating another highly successful and well-attended tournament. There are various levels of sponsorship available. With your tax-deductible donation for this event, you will be supporting the High Desert Hooters' commitment to find the cure to breast cancer. 1:00 pm: Registration, snacks - 3:00 pm: Shotgun start.
RENO-TAHOE ODYSSEY RELAY RUN ADVENTURE June 6 & 7, 2008	This relay run is a mighty challenge. Traveling through the Sierra Nevada and along the shores of Lake Tahoe and circling back through the northern Nevada high desert, the relay covers 195 miles that are divided into 36 legs of varying lengths, difficulties and altitudes. Each runner completes three legs of the course over two days. Contact 775-336-8528 for details or visit www.renotahoeodyssey.com.
STREET VIBRATIONS SPRING FEVER RALLY June 6-8, 2008 Sparks, NV Details: 775-329-7469	All the excitement of Street Vibrations condensed into one weekend. Victorian Square will host our second annual Spring Rally. Concerts, VIP Parties, Ride-In-Show, Poker Run, Bike Games, Bike Competition, Cruises, Parade, Vendors and food & beverages will create a great mini Street Vibrations Rally. Participants will experience the thrill of touring Virginia City, Carson City and Lake Tahoe, in addition to the Reno and Sparks area.
BASEBALL CAMP N. Valley Regional Sports Complex June 16-20, 2008 Details: 775-997-9541	This camp is designed for baseball players aged 8-12 and will cover every aspect of the game of baseball including the fundamentals of hitting, pitching, catcher skills, infield play, outfield play & baserunning. We will have daily contests and scrimmage games. Go to www.gamerbaseball.com for more details and to register.
RENO RODEO June 19-28, 2008 Livestock Events Center Details: 775-329-3877	The 89th installment of the “Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West” features the best Rodeo athletes from around the world, as well as a parade, a carnival and numerous craft booths. Kids can try their hand at Mutton Bustin’ and grab a ringside seat for the excitement of steer wrestling, bronc riding, bull riding and more. Contact the Reno Rodeo at 775-329-3877 for details or visit www.renorodeo.com.
BACK TO BASICS SUMMIT AT GSR June 25-27, 2008 Grand Sierra Resort Details: 616-581-4855	Our event is a two day two track event. The first track is an SAP/DOT requalification track and the second Track is a substance abuse in the workplace track Up to 15.5 PDHs for CEAPs, NASW Social Work contact hours (Provider ID# 886477728) and NAADAC Chemical Dependency Counselor Contact Hours (Provider #507) Sap Training
ROLLER DERBY June 28, 2008 River Rink Plaza	Battle Born Derby Demons vs Silicon Valley Roller Girls. There will be live music, food, a half time show and a beer garden for 21 and over. Admission is $10 at the gate, gates are at 6pm and the bout starts at 7pm. All of our home bouts are held at the River Rink Plaza. (where the ice skating rink is in the winter). Bring the kids and a lawn chair.
COMSTOCK MOTORCYCLE SHOW 'N SHINE June 21, 2008 Virginia City, NV Details: 800-718-7587	For more information contact Virginia City Chamber of Commerce 775-847-0311
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ARTOWN July 1 - 31, 2008 Various Locations in Reno Details: 775-322-1538	Named one of the largest and most inclusive arts and culture events in the country, the annual summer arts festival features hundreds of performing and visual arts events in dozens of locations citywide including music, dance, theater, opera, children’s workshops, movies in the park, historical walks, visual arts and more. Contact Artown at 775-322-1538 for details or visit www.renoisartown.com.
RENO CELEBRATES AMERICA July 4, 2008 Rancho San Rafael Details: 775-323-3138	The area's longest running fireworks display, formerly known as Skyfire.
4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS July 4, 2008 Various Locations in Reno Details: 888-HIT-RENO	It wouldn’t be Independence Day without fireworks and Reno-Tahoe takes pyrotechnics to a whole new level. Catch firework shows at Rancho San Rafael Park in Reno, during the Star Spangled Sparks event at John Ascuaga’s Nugget in Sparks, Carson City’s Cavalcade of Spectaculars at Mills Park or at any of four Lake Tahoe locations including: Kings Beach, Tahoe City, Incline Village and South Lake Tahoe. Contact 1-800-FOR-RENO (800-367-7366) or visit www.VisitRenoTahoe.com.
INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE July 4, 2008 Virginia City, NV Details: 775-847-0311	4th of July Parade, entertainment and Fireworks at dusk for more information contact Virginia City Visitor's Center 775-847-4386 or Virginia City Chamber of Commerce 775-847-0311
STAR SPANGLED SPARKS July 4, 2008 Victorian Square, Sparks Marina Park Details: 775-358-1976	During the day, take part in an old fashion 4th of July celebration at the Sparks Marina Park followed by a spectacular evening fireworks show on Victorian Square in downtown Sparks. For Victorian Square information, call (800) 843-2427 or (775) 356-3300. For Sparks Marina information, call (775) 358-1976.
GREAT INTERNATIONAL CHICKEN WING SOCIETY COOK-OFF July 5-7, 2008 Downtown Reno Details: 775-358-8376	A variety of restaurants and bars from all over the world come to Reno to serve up their own version of chicken wings for tasters to judge. Visitors can wander throughout the cook-off to purchase sampler plates from each participating restaurant. For more information call 775-358-8376 or log on to www.tgicws.com/.
BASEBALL CAMP S. Valley's Regional Sports Complex July 8-August 1, 2008 Details: 775-997-9541	This camp is designed for baseball players aged 8-12 and will cover every aspect of the game of baseball including the fundamentals of hitting, pitching, catcher skills, infield play, outfield play & baserunning. We will have daily contests and scrimmage games. Go to www.gamerbaseball.com for more details and to register.
COMSTOCK BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL July 11-13, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	3 days of all types of Bluegrass Music, fun for all for more information contact Virginia City Visitor's Center 775-847-4386
TAHOE ARTS FESTIVAL July 12-13, 2008 CalNeva Resort, Crystal Bay Details: 530-583-5605	The 10th annual Tahoe Arts Festival celebrates the best in visual and performing arts. Held at the Cal-Neva Resort, Spa and Casino in Crystal Bay, the festival features street painting and other special events including an Artists Marketplace and an amateur artist area for children and adults to create their own street paintings. Contact 530-583-5605 for details or visit www.laketahoeartsfestival.com.
BASEBALL CAMP Shadow Mt. Baseball Complex July 14-18, 2008 Details:775-997-9541	This camp is designed for baseball players aged 8-12 and will cover every aspect of the game of baseball including the fundamentals of hitting, pitching, catcher skills, infield play, outfield play & baserunning. We will have daily contests and scrimmage games. Go to www.gamerbaseball.com for more details and to register.
MODA STAR BIKINI CHALLENGE 2008 July 18, 2008 Grand Sierra Resort Details: 559-222-2500	The Moda Star Bikini Challenge is coming to the Nikki Beach Club inside the Grand Sierra Hotel and Casino on July 18, 2008.The event is a Casting Call, Bikini Launch Party & Fashion Show with prizes totaling over $15,000 including one of a kind swimsuits, cash awards and a one year modeling contract with the Moda Star Talent Agency (California License # TA-62011-1).During the event prospective models will have the opportunity to work with professional photographers and make up artists during actual photo shoots.The event will also include a fashion show to launch the 2008 Moda Star Bikini Collection.Local Reno area models are encouraged to apply. Each model will receive free food and beverages and a specialty gift bag during the event in addition to any prizes they win.To enter the contest or to find out more information, please call Moda Star at 559-222-2500 or log onto www.modastarfashion.com.
FIRE ARTS FESTIVAL July 19, 2008 Reno City Plaza Details: 775-379-0186	CONTROLLED BURN HOSTS INAUGURAL FIRE ARTS FESTIVAL AT RENO CITY PLAZA JULY 19 Controlled Burn, Reno's premier Fire Arts performance troupe, invites you to attend "Compression", Reno's Inaugural FIRE ARTS FESTIVAL at RENO CITY PLAZA downtown as part of Reno's 13th Annual Artown Celebration. This FREE event will take place Saturday, July 19, 2008 from 5:00p.m. to 11:00p.m. Sponsors include Great Basin Color and Conservation, OrthoPro of Reno, Aura Salon & Spa, IGT, John Ascuagas Nugget, and Sierra Legal Duplicating, Inc. Humankind has always been fascinated by fire and fire is part of our culture. The allure of Fire is irresistible. During daylight hours, demonstration from local glass blowers at Fat Glass as well as displays by local welding artists Josh King and Bean are featured. Prism Magic will be with us featuring Playa wear for fashionistas seeking funky costume pieces or accessories and/or hula hoops. Fire tools from Trick Concepts are also being sold and Claude, the fire breathing dragon will be on display too. Pre-dark entertainment by Redding's Modern Gypsy Tribal Fusion Belly dance troupe and Dragonfly Aerials are sure to delight the crowd. Finally, after dark and throughout the evening, propane flame effects by Dave King of Controlled Burn, Inc. and the Department of Spontaneous Combustion will be featured. Along with this, you will experience a fusion of ancient martial arts of the Far East and South Pacific as well as the rhythmic ritual of poi spinning from the indigenous Maori culture of New Zealand with a modern twist. Choreographed to modern and varied music, Controlled Burn, Inc. as well as Flux, Trick Concepts, and other friends from the region promise a fiery finale second to none. This FREE EVENT is open to the public. Please leave alcohol of any kind and pets at home. Compression is part of the 13th annual Artown festival, July 1 – 31, 2008. The month-long summer arts festival features more than 350 events produced by more than 100 cultural organizations and businesses in locations citywide, with major funding provided by the City of Reno.
SUMMER FUN FEST July 20, 2008 Cortina Ristorante & Bar Details: 775-826-1143	Cortina Ristorante and the Susan G. Komen foundation are partnering up in the fight against cancer and invite you to attend their 2008 Summerfest. The event will be held from 12-5 pm at the Summit Sierra Mall and will offer fun for kids and adults of all ages. Headlining the event will be Fireline playing the best Cowboy, Rock, and Blues from 2-5pm! Tickets are $25 per adult and $10 for kids 12 and under. 25% of all proceeds go directly towards the Komen foundation. For more information call 853-5111
ROLLER DERBY July 26, 2008 River Rink Plaza	Battle Born Derby Demons vs Smog City Roller Girls. There will be live music, food, a half time show and a beer garden for 21 and over. Admission is $10 at the gate, gates are at 6pm and the bout starts at 7pm. All of our home bouts are held at the River Rink Plaza. (where the ice skating rink is in the winter). Bring the kids and a lawn chair.
SILVER CITY FIREMAN'S BALL July 26, 2008 Silver City, NV Details: 775-847-5245	The 2008 Fireman's Ball Fundraiser and Music FestivalSaturday July 26, 2008 Silver City NVLive Music featuring: Michele Lundeen 'the Queen of Steam' with Blues Streak all the way from San Diego.Local Favorites also performing include Red Rose, Trippin Buddas, the Downwinders, and special guests.Event starts at 4pm with food & drinks, raffle, memorabilia, vendors, dancing, and family fun.Proceeds benefit the volunteer fire department and the community. This is a legendary event that dates back to the 1970's. This years event includes the celebration of the rebuilt schoolhouse community center. The historical structure burned down in 2004 and is now finally reopened. Come check out our small town located just 4 miles south of Virginia City and join us in music and dancing.For more information and directions see our website at www.silvercityfiredepartment.org
RENO-TAHOE OPEN July 29 - August 3, 2008 Montreaux Golf Club Details: 775-322-3900	A top field of PGA TOUR professionals face off at one of the area’s toughest and most scenic golf courses, Montreux Golf and Country Club. The week-long event features a pro-am tournament and golf professionals competing for a $3 million purse. Contact 775-322-3900 for details or visit www.RenoTahoeOpen.com.
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HOT AUGUST NIGHTS August 2-10, 2008 all around Reno and Sparks Details: 775-356-1956	This nationally recognized annual celebration of vintage music and autos returns for another famous cruise to the streets in Reno-Tahoe. Featuring thousands of classic cars, top entertainers of the ’50s and ’60s, car auctions, poker runs, drag races and parades, this event promises to be the best of the best for car-lovers everywhere. Contact 775-356-1956 for details or visit www.hotaugustnights.net.
VC RAILFEST August 8, 2008 Virginia City/Carson City Details: 800-718-7587	Celebration of the V&T, one day in Carson City and one day in Virginia City for more information contact Virginia City Chamber of Commerce 775-847-0311 or Virginia City Visitor's Center 775-847-4386
WOODEN BOAT WEEK AND CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE August 8-9, 2008 Lake Tahoe Details: 530-581-4700	Enjoy this week-long celebration of classic wooden boats and be a part of Tahoe’s classic history. The Concours d’Elegance is a two-day competitive and educational event that offers numerous social events offering participants and spectators an opportunity to show off and enjoy their wooden boats. Call 530-581-4700 or logon to www.tahoeyc.com.
ROLLER DERBY August 16, 2008 River Rink Plaza	Battle Born Derby Demons vs (undetermined). There will be live music, food, a half time show and a beer garden for 21 and over. Admission is $10 at the gate, gates are at 6pm and the bout starts at 7pm. All of our home bouts are held at the River Rink Plaza. (where the ice skating rink is in the winter). Bring the kids and a lawn chair.
CHILLIN' & GRILLIN' ON THE COMSTOCK August 16, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	Come up and try different ice creams and great foods off the grills. For more information contact Virginia City Chamber of Commerce 775-847-0311
23rd ANNUAL BOWER'S MANSION BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL August 16, 2008 Bower's Mansion Details: 775-747-4830	Spend a family fun day in the pines, between Reno and Carson City, Nevada, at the 22nd Annual Bowers Mansion Bluegrass Festival. The popular Nevada bluegrass festival is sponsored by the Northern Nevada Bluegrass Association ( www.nnba.org ). this year's headliner is The Stairwell Sisters! Where: Bower's Mansion County Park, Washoe Valley. For more information go to http://bowersbluegrassfestival.org
THE GREAT TRUCKEE RIVER DUCK RACE August 23-24, 2008 Wingfield Park Details: 826-8008	This unique and fun event features adopted ducks racing down the Truckee River to benefit the Make A Wish Foundation of Northern Nevada. The day features exhibits, entertainment and the ducks begin racing at 4 p.m. www.NevadaWish.org
NEVADA STATE FAIR August 20-24, 2008 Livestock Events Center Details: 775-688-5767	Everything that makes the Silver State great is at this annual event. Visit the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center from noon to midnight for exhibits and events, entertainment, rides, carnival games and more. Contact 775-688-5767 for details or go to www.nvstatefair.com. The Livestock Events Center is located at 1350 N. Wells in Reno.
BURNING MAN August 25- Sept. 1, 2008 Black Rock City, NV Details: 415-TO-FLAME	The impact of the Burning Man experience has been so profound that a culture has formed around it. This culture pushes the limits of Burning Man and has led to people banding together nation-wide, and putting on their own events, in attempt to rekindle that magic feeling that only the feeling of being part of this community can provide. Additionally, Burning Man has over a thousand volunteers who work before, during and after the event (many who work year-round) to make the event a reality.
BEST IN THE WEST NUGGET RIB COOK-OFF Aug 27-Sept 1, 2008 Victorian Square, Sparks Details: 800-843-2427	A world class event featuring barbecue ribs at their best along with special concerts, an arts and crafts fair and plenty of family fun. For information, call John Ascuaga’s Nugget at (800) 843-2427 or (775) 356-3300.
CIVIL WAR RE-ENACTMENT August 29, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	Confederate and Union soldiers invade Virginia City reenacting the Battles for the V&T trains and encampments at Miners Park with a Battle for C Street after the parade on Labor Day for more information contact Izabella Hunt-Jones 775-786-9754
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LABOR DAY PARADE September 1, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	Annual Labor Day Parade followed by "The Battle for C Street". For more information contact Virginia City Visitor's Center 775-847-4386 or Virginia City Chamber of Commerce 775-847-0311
49th ANNUAL CAMEL RACES September 4-7, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	3 days of Camel racing, fun for all ages. For more information contact Linda DelCarlo 775-847-7008
GREAT RENO BALLOON RACE September 5-7, 2008 Rancho San Rafael Park Details 775-826-1181	More than just an exhibition of gorgeous flying machines, the Great Reno Balloon Race brings together the nation’s top balloonists competing in events like the Hare and the Hound, Target Drop and Key Grab. A trademark of the race is Dawn Patrol, which takes place as the sun rises and provides a great show as balloonists glow, twinkle, and fly along with choreographed music and crowd participation. Contact 775-826-1181 for details or visit www.renoballoon.com.
EXOTIC BIRD EXPO September 6, 2008 Livestock Event Center Details: 775-331-1553	Please join us at the Reno Livestock Event Center Exhibition Hall - Washoe County Fairgrounds, located at 1350 Wells Avenue. Admission is $5 for any 12 year and older. Free parking. If you've never been to a bird expo, it is quite exciting! The hall is filled with brightly colored birds - from little finches fluttering all about in their cages to one of the largest parrots - the Scarlet Macaws, which can have a tail length of up to 3 feet! You'll feel like you're in a jungle with all the chirps, peeps, squawks and calls of the wild.
TOUR DE TAHOE BIKE BIG BLUE September 7, 2008 Emerald Bay Details: 800-565-2704	This annual bike ride challenges riders with an 800-foot climb overlooking Emerald Bay and a 1,000-foot climb to Spooner Junction. Other activities include a boat cruise, 40-mile fun ride and a 72-mile ride around the lake. Call 800-565-2704 or log on to www.bikethewest.com for more details.
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES September 10-14, 2008 Reno-Stead Airport Details: 775-972-6663	The world’s longest running air race is the only place in the world where you can see five days of real air racing with six classes of aircraft competing in a variety of race classes, military and historic airplane displays and aerobatics exhibitions. Planes reach speeds of over 500 miles per hour. While enjoying the races spectators can visit the pits and watch race teams work on their aircraft, browse any of the hundreds of participating vendor’s booths, and enjoy a wide variety of food and beverages. Contact 775-972-6663 for details or visit www.airrace.org.
TANNER'S MARKETPLACE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES September 13 & 14, 2008 Reno Livestock Events Center 1350 N. Wells Ave, Reno Details: 775-747-0905	Antiques & Collectibles, featuring jewelry, vintage clothes, pottery, toys -Something for everyone Free Parking, Admission $3.00 Adults, seniors $2.00, Children under 12 FREE Hours: Saturday, 9:00 - 4:00 Sunday, 9:00 - 3:00
VC HILL CLIMB FERRARI RACES September 13-14, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	2 days of Ferrari racing up and down the truck route. For more information contact Virginia City Visitor's Center 775-847-4386 or to enter Dennis Chiodo 925-250-9276
NATIONAL REINED COW HORSE ASSOCIATION SNAFFLE BIT FUTURITY Sept. 21 - Oct. 5, 2008 Livestock Events Center Details: 580-759-4949	This high-profile event has probably created more fans for reined cow horses than any other single show. The first Snaffle Bit Futurity was held in 1970 at Cal-Expo in Sacramento and boasted 27 entries. In the following years, the Futurity has become a major spectator event with thousands of fans now making the trip each fall to the Reno Livestock Events Center in Nevada for twelve days of the world’s finest cow horse action. Horses entered in the futurity are 3-year olds, and are shown in a snaffle bit in three different disciplines - Herd Work, Rein Work, and Cow Work. The herd work, or cutting, comes first, followed by the reining pattern in the rein work. The signature cow work, often called fence work, is where the horse holds or boxes the cow at the end of the arena, then turns in on the fence and finally circles it both ways in the arena. It’s been called the "Greatest Show on Dirt" and the NRCHA World Championship Snaffle Bit Futurity is fun for exhibitors and spectators alike. In addition to the 3-year-old snaffle bit competition, the show features all of the NRCHA bridle and hackamore classes, special entertainment, the annual Hall of Fame Banquet, a huge Western Trade Show, plus the Snaffle Bit Futurity Horse Sales.
TAHOE BIG BLUE ADVENTURE RACE September 22, 2008 Lake Tahoe Details: 530-564-1019	This sixth annual, multi-sport event invites teams and individuals to compete in kayaking, mountain biking, trail running, orienteering, navigation and high-ropes skill disciplines along the beautiful shores of north Lake Tahoe. The Tahoe Big Blue is a challenging, yet relaxing, adventure experience. The event starts out at 6,200 feet and heads up to 9,000 feet mastering steep terrain and unmatched views of the lake. Contact 530-546-1019 or visit www.bigblueadventure.com for details.
STREET VIBRATIONS Throughout Reno and Sparks September 24-28, 2008 Details: 800-200-4557 or 775-329-7469	Get your motor running with three days of motorcycle tours, live concerts, entertainment, ride-in shows, a parade, poker run and numerous vendors. An official event of the Harley-Davidson Dealers Association of Northern California, Street Vibrations is hog heaven! Contact 800-200-4557 for details, visit http://www.road-shows.com/street_vibrations.php.
ROLLER DERBY September 27, 2008 River Rink Plaza	Battle Born Derby Demons vs Lava City Roller Dollss. There will be live music, food, a half time show and a beer garden for 21 and over. Admission is $10 at the gate, gates are at 6pm and the bout starts at 7pm. All of our home bouts are held at the River Rink Plaza. (where the ice skating rink is in the winter). Bring the kids and a lawn chair.
GENOA CANDY DANCE September 27-28, 2008 Genoa, NV Details: 775-782-8696	The 88th annual Genoa Candy Dance, a craft fair like none other, is held in the small town of Genoa, located within a short drive from Carson City, the state’s capital, and is a perfect place to start your holiday gift shopping. It’s the ultimate candy and craft sale with artisans from all over northern Nevada flocking to sell their wares. Breathe in the small-town spirit of an old-fashioned craft sale, and stock up on candy and sugar plums for the upcoming holidays. For more information, call 775-782-8696 or go to www.candydanceartsandcraftsfaire.org. Hours: Saturday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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COMSTOCK OUTHOUSE PARADE AND RACES October 4, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	Outhouse parade at noon and racing begins immediately after. For Parade information 775-847-4386, for racing information Virginia City Chamber of Commerce 775-847-0311
BEER & BRATS ON THE V & T October 13, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	For more information contact Virginia City Chamber of Commerce 775-847-0311
TAHOE/RENO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL October 22-26, 2008 Reno Details: 775-298-0018	Tahoe/Reno International Film Festival (T-RIFF) presents a five-day exploration of discovery through soul stirring and spirited independent film contributions that open the hearts and minds of movie lovers. In addition to screening a rare and diverse spectrum of films, T-RIFF hosts workshops, tributes, parties, a gala and the short script competition,”Pages to Pictures.” The winning screenplay is made into a film and screened during the festival. Contact 775-298-0018 or visit www.t-riff.org.
VC HALLOWEEN GOBLINS PARADE October 31, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	All the ghosts and goblins will be here for the parade and then afterwards trick or treating on C St. Fun for all, prizes for all catagories of costumes. For more information contact Virginia City Chamber of Commerce 775-847-0311
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VETERAN'S DAY PARADE November 11, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	Annual Virginia City Veteran's Day Parade for more information contact Karen Woodmansee 775-847-4768
TANNER'S MARKETPLACE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES November 15 - 16, 2008 Reno Livestock Events Center 1350 N. Wells Ave, Reno Details: 775-747-0905	Antiques & Collectibles, featuring jewelry, vintage clothes, pottery, toys -Something for everyone Free Parking, Admission $3.00 Adults, seniors $2.00, Children under 12 FREE Hours: Saturday, 9:00 - 4:00 Sunday, 9:00 - 3:00
27th ANNUAL "MAGIC OF SANTA" CHRISTMAS FAIRE November 29 & 30, 2008 Livestock Events Center Details: 775-747-0905	At the Reno Livestock Events Center, Exhibit Hall, 1350 North Wells Ave, Reno, NV. Free parking, admission $4.00 (under 10 years old free) Bring a can of food and receive $1.00 off admission Hours: Saturday, 9 AM - 5 PM Sunday, 10 AM - 4 PM
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CHRISTMAS PARADE OF LIGHTS December 6, 2008 Virginia City Details: 800-718-7587	Virginia Citys' annual Christmas parade for more information contact Karen Woodmansee 775-847-4768