Back 2 School Movie Night, meet David A. Jacinto, sound bath, and more. 
Happy Friday, Reno. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Reno Current serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.
📰 In the news
Local happenings: Second largest summer downpour in decades in Reno, a local artist’s journey to a second Pulitzer, and the DMV’s new fully online registration system — catch up here.
State-level stories: Veterans exposed at Nevada test range finally chase healthcare claims, the governor pushes to unlock huge solar farms, and lawmakers vow to keep Tahoe pristine — see what else is brewing.
National headlines: Federal judge orders fresh review of gray wolf safeguards, OPEC+ output increase pushes oil under seventy dollars, and a mislabeled pasta recall — peruse the best of the rest.
Highlights this week
- Learn AI strategies to grow your startup
- Golf for suicide prevention honoring Brandon Hallock
- Read to friendly pups, earn free books
- View watercolor portraits at the reception
- Compare home equity loans for free
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Pizza: Ordering in is great, until a slice from one of these pizza spots around Reno makes you forget all about app discounts. From old-school NY slices to creative wood-fired pies, you’ll want to reorder immediately.
Gardening: If your soil laughs at fertilizer and your seedlings wilt under a blistering sun, it’s time for a new playbook. Turn your alkaline yard into a thriving oasis with these desert gardening tips.
Organization: You spend a weekend lining up matching containers only to find chaos three weeks later. Real-life hacks that work with your messy, beautiful life start here—check out these sustainable organization tips.
Florist: In need of a last-minute gift, a romantic gesture, or just some color in your life, The Garden of Reno arranges petal-powered masterpieces that speak volumes without saying a word.
Family: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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Today
🎬 Back 2 School Movie Night @ Huffaker Park | Friday (8/8) at 7:00pm – Cap off summer and dodge that first mountain of homework by catching a free movie at Huffaker Park, complete with popcorn, candy, and fizzy drinks. Nothing says community like a sugar-fueled night under the stars with folks of all ages.
🔥 Hot August Nights x Grand Funk Railroad @ University of Nevada Reno | Friday (8/8) at 8:15pm – Who needs a backyard BBQ when you can catch Grand Funk Railroad under the stars on campus for free? Upgrade to The Garage for complimentary drinks and pub snacks, or splurge on the Headlight Lounge for dinner and unlimited beverages by the stage.
This weekend
📚 Meet David A. Jacinto @ Barnes & Noble | Saturday (8/9) at 1:00pm – Think you’ve heard every frontier yarn? Come meet David Jacinto, the author steering you through greed, faith, and a high-stakes showdown with a ruthless robber baron in WHERE EAGLES FLY FREE. Expect dry wit, bold action, and a bit of prairie romance.
🎉 Recompression 2025 Block Party@ Noble Pie Parlor | Saturday (8/9) at 4:00pm – Cheney’s main drag turns into an art-fueled playground with Surly Bird’s booty-shaking beats, art cars, street performers, and crafts by local makers. It’s free, brings together music, makers, and wild creativity, so grab a beer, tip the artists, and lace up those dancing shoes.
🕯️ The Candlelit Sessions – Silly Little @ Sierra Arts Foundation | Saturday (8/9) at 8:00pm – Folky vibes, flickering candlelight, and the haunting sound of Silly Little set the tone for a night that’s all mood and no noise. This cozy concert series brings you up close and personal with the music—serene, dreamy, and totally transportive.
🏆 HAN Event Series Grand Finale @ Reno-Sparks Convention Center | Sunday (8/10) at 10:00am – Nothing says summer’s send-off like wandering rows of gleaming chrome at the Convention Center, with Gerry from Carson bragging about his ‘perfect restoration.’ Celebrity Choice, Best of Show, and Youth Auto Challenge awards precede the crowning of your 2025 Hot August Nights champ.
🧘 Sound Bath @ Timberline Flower Farm | Sunday (8/10) at 10:00am – Ditch the to-do list and head to Timberline Flower Farm for a creekside sound bath under blooming petals. It’s like a spa for your ears, minus the cucumber water, just you, mellow vibes, and the creek’s greatest hits.
🛶 Float the Truckee River @ Welcome Center – Idlewild Park | Sunday (8/10) at 10:30am – This self-guided float down the Truckee River carries you through downtown Reno under sunny skies, with skyline views and enough current to keep you honest. Tubes, transport, and photo-worthy backdrops are included, so ditch the car juggling and show up ready for rapids.
Next week
🎶 Harmony on the River @ West Street Plaza | Tuesday (8/12) at 6:00pm – Whether you’re nursing midweek burnout or just craving some live tunes by the Truckee, head over to West Street Plaza for free weekly concerts. Grab a fold-up chair, sample downtown grub, and let jazz, folk, or classical melodies remind you why you love this town.
⚾ Reno Aces v. El Paso Chihuahuas @ Greater Nevada Field | Tuesday (8/12) at 6:35pm – Ready to watch our hometown Aces go head-to-head with the scrappy Chihuahuas from El Paso? Expect crackerjack plays and overpriced peanuts. It’s baseball in its purest form, with neighbors who still remember when hot dogs were a quarter.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 8/8 Dr. Phil Live @ Grand Sierra Resort – 7 pm
- 8/8 Julie and more @ The Holland Project – 7 pm
- 8/8 Dwight Yoakam @ Silver Legacy – 8 pm
- 8/8 Ideateam @ Reno Public Market – 8 pm
- 8/9 Loverboy @ Hot August Nights – 5 pm
- 8/9 Silly Little @ Sierra Arts Foundation – 8 pm
- 8/9 The Commodores @ Nugget Event Center – 8 pm
- 8/10 311 and more @ Grand Sierra – 7 pm
- 8/10 Supercrush and more @ The Holland Project – 7 pm
🏠️ Price is right – Reno edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
Listed by: Henry Abts V (Sierra Sotheby’s Intl. Realty)
French Country charm meets Reno swagger on 2.48 acres of private, west-side real estate royalty. Five bedrooms, four and a half baths, and a North Wing with its own kitchen, living room, and private entrance make multigenerational living a breeze. The primary suite flexes three walk-in closets (one with a fireplace) and a spa bath with heated floors and a see-through fireplace for peak luxury.
Brazilian cherry floors, a kitchen with three built-in fridges and a wood-burning stove, and custom cabinetry keep things interesting. Outside, find a resort-worthy pool, hot tub, full-size tennis and pickleball court, and an outdoor kitchen that turns backyard gatherings into legendary affairs. Seven garage bays, a pool house, and city-meets-mountain views round out the package.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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