North Valleys Regional Park – a Great Place to Live Near!

North Valleys Regional Park is located in the Sky Vista Subdivision in the Community of Stead I was in the Sky Vista subdivision on Wednesday previewing some homes for an out-of-state client.  I have sold several homes in the area and I love everything about the neighborhood. On this visit I decided to check out the North Valleys Regional Park and take some photos to provide information to prospective buyers on the Sky Vista neighborhood and Stead. The park offers sweeping views of the Peavine Mountain Range … [Read more...]

Truckee Meadows Trails

Your guide to trails in Reno, Sparks and Washoe County, including parts of northeast Lake Tahoe Steppin' Out Life in northern Nevada is all about enjoying the outdoors.  Whether at the Sparks Marina, along the Truckee River in downtown Reno, or among the pines on the eastern slopes of the Sierra, this is a region where the air is healthy, the scenery spectacular and every path leads to a different adventure. So it's easy to understand why the most frequently asked question of parks departments in Reno, Sparks … [Read more...]

Girls Spring Fashion Camp Registration

The Summit Mall is now accepting registration for its first Spring Break Fashion Camp, offered April 12-15,  2011 to young fashionistas, as well as its new Style 101 seminar for youth interested in a career in fashion and retail.  Space is limited so please call now if you are interested. During Spring Fashion Camp, girls ages 5 through 12 will learn about style and accessories, as well as self-esteem, healthy habits and organization from the Summit's personal shopper, Isha Casagrande. Style 101 is a … [Read more...]

Roasted New Mexico Green Chiles at the Reno Farmer's Market

Every Saturday from mid-June to mid-October, I look forward to the downtown Reno Farmer's Market.  All of my favorite vendors are there, the sweet corn guy, the strawberry man, the red grape man and Tim from Amber Oaks with his berries, figs, apples and tomatoes. The very last downtown Reno Farmer's Market is always my favorite.  The folks who come all the way from Hatch, NM with the green chiles and their roaster make it special.  Green chiles by the burlap bag are loaded into the roaster and the fire is … [Read more...]

Greek Festival in Reno

Every August, Reno is alive with Greek culture.  This year is the 23rd annual Greek Festival, it's all about having a good time while experiencing Greek culture. "The first thing you're going to experience is the hospitality of the people," said Father George Bratiotis, pastor of Saint Anthony Greek Orthodox Church in Reno.  "It's like going to a Greek village: socializing, our music, our dancing." Preparing and sharing food fo guests is an essential element of Greek culture, said Bratiotis, who has organized … [Read more...]

Reno "Hot August Nights"

When the streets begin rumble and roar, and the roads fill with eye candy in the form of mint classic cars, there's no doubt Hot August Nights is here. The event melds the cars and music from a great time in American history.  It's a celebration of simpler times, the nostalgia, music and cars of a classic era.  Hot August Nights draws 6,000 classic cars and more than 800,000 people to Northern Nevada every summer. Anyone who likes the era of hot rods and early rock and roll must love music and there is always … [Read more...]

Sparks Lazy 5 Summer Music Series

The Lazy 5 Summer Music Series, a series of 10 concerts scheduled at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays through September 1, is planned at Lazy 5 Regional Park, 7100 Pyramid Lake Highway.  Seating is on the lawn so guests are asked to bring low-back beach chairs or a blanket to sit on and please leave the pets at homes. The performer this Wednesday is Bias and Dunn, which performs a variety of American music. Cost:  FREE, includes BBQ dinner. Details:  775-424-1801 … [Read more...]

Sparks Marina Park and Scheels Paddle, Pedal, Patter Kid's Triathlon

Sparks residents really appreciate the year-around events hosted at Sparks Marina Park.  The City of Sparks partners with businesses  and community groups to provide the best outdoor experiences for families and individuals. The Sparks Marina Park will be the site for the annual Scheels Paddle, Pedal, Patter Kids Triathlon beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, July 31.  The race is designed to introduce boys and girls ages 12 and younger to the exciting sport of triathlon in a non-competitive environmnet. Most … [Read more...]

Nevada Museum of Art 26th Annual "Taste For Art" August 20, 2010

    The hottest art party in town, featuring pairings from more than 45 restaurants and wineries, along with a Vodka Lounge and Beer Garden.  Meet up with friends and enjoy premium wines, succulent cuisine and swinging musical all while helping support th education and ex hibition programs at the Museum, serving thousands of school children and guests each year. This year's even goes green and carbon free courtest of The Nevada Mining Association.  And, for every ticket sold a tree is planted in Haiti to … [Read more...]

Reno Artown Free Concerts in The Park

Every July Reno turns into Artown, for 31 days.  This is a follow-up post I wrote about the downtown event.  This segment is about the free concerts held in Wingfield Park every Wednesday and Friday at noon.  I stopped by last week so I could talk about it first hand.  What a great, FREE event! The Reno Municipal Band plays to a crowd on blankets, lawn chairs and the picnic tables.  Some are people on their lunch hour, others just came to relax and enjoy the day.  There are a couple of things you can also … [Read more...]