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Periodic announcements and press releases for various Reno and Sparks events will appear here. If you have an announcement to list, please contact us with details. Non-profit organization announcements appear on this page. Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful Spring 2008 E-News - Now available online Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful is dedicated to creating a cleaner, more beautiful region through education and active community involvement. Brüka Theatre 2007-2008 15th Anniversary Season (click for Word document) For more information, visit http://www.bruka.org/ or call 775-323-3221. 
Battle Born Derby Demons Announce 2008 Bout ScheduleReno, NV – Battle Born Derby Demons is a non-profit organization and Northern Nevada's only flat track roller derby team. All of our home bouts are held at the River Rink Plaza in downtown Reno (where the ice skating rink is in the winter). Admission is $10 at the gate. Gate opens at 6pm bout, starts at 7pm. There will be live music, food, a half time show, and a beer garden for 21 and over. Bring the kids and a lawn chair. Hope to see you there. For more information, visit http://www.battlebornderbydemons.com/. Two Groups to Perform at Moody's Bistro & Lounge - May 16 - 17, 2008 Truckee, CA – On Friday the 16th, come hear the Joey Burgur Trio. The next evening, Saturday the 17th, it will be Joe Grissino. Located inside the historic Truckee Hotel on Commercial Row, Moody's Bistro & Lounge is known for its locally sourced ingredients served in an informal atmosphere reminiscent of Tahoe in the 1920s. The restaurant serves a variety of Contemporary American specialties in a range of affordable price points, as well as a seasonal drink menu made with fresh herbs and fruit. The lounge also is home to live jazz shows by top U.S. and international acts. Moody's is located a few minutes from Interstate 80 at 10007 Bridge Street in Truckee (on the corner of Commercial Row). For reservations, call (530) 587-8688 or visit www.moodysbistro.com. Go Green With Tahoe Sailing Charters - Summer, 2008 Tahoe City, CA – Tahoe Sailing Charters sails Lake Tahoe's beautiful waters with minimal sound and pollution. From May into October, Tahoe Sailing Charters' flagship, "Tahoe Cruz," harnesses wind and water to offer a unique lake experience unlike any other. Freshening winds can make for a wild and exhilarating ride. Other moments can be peaceful and serene. Best of all, the 50-foot yacht's carbon footprint remains Eco-friendly in comparison to many of the other recreational tours and activities on the lake. Beginning May 10th until June 13th,Tahoe Sailing Charters offers 1/2 PRICE SPRING SPECIAL discounts on all cruises & private charters. The "Tahoe Cruz" sails daily from the Tahoe City Marina located at 700 North Lake Blvd. on Lake Tahoe's North Shore. For reservations and more information visit our new office at the Tahoe City Marina, call (530) 583-6200, or visit www.tahoesail.com. Nevada World Trade Day to discuss interdependence of global economies - May 21, 2008 Reno, NV – Annual World Trade Day (WTD) will be celebrated by Nevada World Trade Council (NEWTRAC), Nevada’s international trade organization, in Reno on May 21. According to Rajan Zed, Member NEWTRAC Board of Directors, the theme of the annual event this year is "Interdependence of Global Economies in the Era of Free Trade Agreements", which will be held at Grand Sierra Resort starting at 11 am. A world-renowned economist, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea in USA, Deputy United States Trade Representative, and Nevada's Lieutenant Governor Brian K. Krolicki have been invited to address the WTD participants. Award for "Excellence in International Business" will be given on the occasion, besides scholarships to University of Nevada-Reno students. Cost for participants, which includes lunch, is $55 ($45 for members, and $25 for students), Zed adds. Networking hour during this event will bring policy experts, academics, business leaders, government officials, international trade enthusiasts, and others together. New strategic direction of NEWTRAC will also be outlined on the occasion. Contact NEWTRAC at info@newtrac.org and the website address is http://www.newtrac.org/. Partners/sponsors for WTD include Northern Nevada Development Authority, Reno Sparks Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada, and Wells Fargo. NEWTRAC, a non-profit professional business organization, encourages and supports Nevada’s economic diversification and growth by further developing state's international business opportunities, and provides resources, knowledge, and skills necessary to conduct global trade. It is a group of seasoned professionals who share expertise and information. It brings together top professionals, foreign business visitors and dignitaries, and academic experts. It cooperates with various federal and state agencies, chambers of commerce and foreign embassies/consulates to educate/assist Nevada’s international business community. Seminars/events organized by NEWTRAC in the past include Doing Business in China, Overview of the South American Trade Market, Letter of Credit, etc., besides world trade introduction talks to area high school students, and various outreach efforts to create awareness of international trade opportunities. It awards minimum two scholarships to students to study abroad every year. Pearls/precious stones/precious metal are the Nevada's largest export, followed by ores/slag/ash. Switzerland is the largest importer of Nevada goods followed by Canada, Japan, China, and Mexico in descending order. Music for Bowlers at Moody's Bistro & Lounge - May 30 - 31, 2008 Truckee, CA – Moody's Bistro & Lounge is once again bringing Truckee nightlife to a new level when it hosts two free shows by the high-energy jazz piano trio Jacob Koller's "Music for Bowlers" on Friday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31. Moody's is located a few minutes from Interstate 80 at 10007 Bridge Street in Truckee (on the corner of Commercial Row). For reservations, call (530) 587-8688 or visit www.moodysbistro.com. 
Treatment Solutions Network Back To Basics Conference - June 25 - 27, 2008 Reno, NV - Conference will be at the Grand Sierra Resort. Pre-registration is now available for our 3 day conference. PDH, NASW and CEU Credits will be available. Just call us at 1-877-417-6237 and we will be happy to put you on the Attendees List. Conference cost will be $200. Visit http://www.treatmentsolutionsnetwork.com/reno/ for more information. Big Blue Adventure Announces New Tahoe Trail Runs - June 29 & Sept. 21, 2008 Kings Beach, CA - The trails that wind through the mountains of North Lake Tahoe are as renowned for their arduous terrain as they are for inspiring views. The Big Blue Adventure Series, which introduced adventure racing to North Lake Tahoe in 2002, challenges trail runners amongst some of the area's most spectacular trails with two new events June 29 and September 21. The Burton Creek Trail Run (June 29), with ten and 20-mile courses, takes runners over a series of single-track trails through Burton Creek State Park outside Tahoe City. The trails meander through pine forests and high sierra meadows, showcasing a vibrant display of wildflowers. Racers can register through June 28. The Emerald Bay Trail Run (September 21) takes runners through the breathtakingly scenic Emerald Bay, via Emerald Bay and D.L. Bliss State Parks on Lake Tahoe's West Shore. The seven-and-a-half mile run starts at Eagle Point, heads around Emerald Bay and up the Rubicon Trail. The deadline to register is September 20. "These new events are great for North Lake Tahoe" Andy Chapman, tourism director for the North Lake Tahoe Resort Association, said. "It's another excellent reason for visitors and locals to get outdoors and enjoy the spectacular scenery of the area while challenging themselves physically. The Big Blue Adventure Series has a solid history of producing fun events with a positive atmosphere while highlighting the beauty and terrain of North Lake Tahoe." Awards and prizes will be provided by Merrell Shoes, Salomon Shoes and Packs, Clif Bar and Company, National Geographic, Northstar-at-Tahoe, Tecnu, Ultimate Direction Packs, Suunto and Numa Sports Optics. For more information, or to register for the events, call 530-546-1019 or go to www.bigblueadventure.com. Summer Movie Series 2008 at The Village at Squaw Valley - July & August, 2008 Enjoy family friendly movies throughout July & August under the stunning peaks of Squaw Valley. Bring your favorite blanket and snuggle up with free popcorn under the stars. Movies start at dusk. Photos available on request. July 10th: Shrek the Third July 17th: Bee Movie July 24th: The Golden Compass July 31st: Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium August 7th: Harry Potter & the Order of the Phoenix August 14th: Spiderman 3 August 21st: Enchanted August 28th: Transformers River Walk Wine Walk - Visit the historic Lake Mansion The Riverwalk Merchant's Association is pleased to bring you Wine Walk on the Riverwalk, the third Saturday of every month from 2 PM - 5 PM. Customers can purchase a MAP and WINE GLASS for $15 and taste over a dozen different wines at merchants throughout the River Walk. VSA Arts of Nevada will also be open to the public during each wine walk for those who are interested in the Lake Mansion, volunteers from HRPS (Historic Reno Preservation Society) will be available for a mini-tour of the historic mansion. *Announcements are posted as a public service of NewToReno.com. They are provided by their respective sponsors and reproduced here as they are received. NewToReno.com assumes no responsibility for their accuracy, nor for the content of Web sites to which announcements may link. |
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