Rise and shine, Reno! In today’s planning-your-week edition: Celebrity golf showdown, summer wine and chocolate pairing, and Reno Rodeo action + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Summer entertainment returns: The summer series opened Sunday with free country music and dance lessons from High Desert Country. The next Boots in the Plaza is July 11, with finale on August 8 -- see what’s coming next.
A fresh city hall option: Daddy's Tacos opened at Reno City Hall, with a location inside the Biggest Little Cafe in the lobby, offering a new local option for visitors and nearby employees -- see what’s on the menu.
Celebrity golf showdown ahead: A star-studded lineup is set for the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course July 8 to 12, with former NHL star Joe Pavelski returning as defending champion -- see the full lineup.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Make something this week: If your hands are itching to make something that isn't an email, atelier in reno lines up approachable workshops from watercolor and printmaking to sewing and basket weaving, plus low-key fiber meetups and private craft parties, so you can trade doomscrolling for creating with neighbors.
Sew something awesome: From quilting cottons to upholstery and faux fur, Mill End Fabrics is the Reno staple where projects jump from 'someday' to 'started.' Wander the aisles for trims, patterns, notions, even foam, then leave with that perfect yardage you didn’t know you needed but absolutely do.
Need a quick reset? Skip the long drive and sneak a no-fuss recharge at University Ridge Park, a mellow neighborhood space with room to stroll, stretch, or unfurl a blanket. Ideal for sunrise clears-the-head walks, kiddo wiggle time, or pretending your inbox doesn't exist for 20 blissful minutes.
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04 — Our recommendations
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05 — The event calendar Our favorite events this weekAll the best things to do this week. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🧵 Learn to Sew: Make a Kimono @ Wandering Wyld | Wednesday (6/17) at 5:30 PM – Skip the safety pins and learn real stitches in this three-week, all-levels class at Revival, where local tailor Selah takes you from machine basics to fabric dyeing, and you finish with a custom kimono you will wear. Machines, materials, and moral support provided, perfectionism optional.
⛳ Golf Tournament @ Sierra Sage Golf Course | Thursday (6/18) at 7:00 AM – Take a break from the grind and dust off the clubs at Sierra Sage for a charity tournament benefiting Good Shepherd's Clothes Closet. Expect local vibes, humblebrag-worthy drives, and the rare birdie, all while helping outfit neighbors with clothing, shoes, and essentials.
🍷 Summer Wine & Chocolate Pairing Series @ Dorinda's Chocolates | Thursday (6/18) at 5:00 PM – Summer evenings on the Truckee patio mean four wines, four of Dorinda’s chocolates, and grazing boards from The Wheyfarer, all thoughtfully paired so you don’t have to pretend you taste ‘hints of oak.’ Only 65 spots, and pre-order costs less.
🍖 BBQ, Brews & Blues Festival @ Virginia Street | Friday (6/19) at 3:00 PM – Downtown Reno is firing up grills and amps for the 29th annual BBQ, Brews & Blues bash, a free show with smoky ribs, 100-plus beers, and wall-to-wall music. Grab a tasting package or wander like a pro, then claim VIP Tap Tent bragging rights.
🐘 Third Saturday: Elephant Enrichment Creation @ The Elephant Discovery Center | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – If your craft bin is judging you, put it to work at the Elephant Discovery Center’s Third Saturday in downtown Hohenwald, making enrichment for the Sanctuary’s herd and meeting the vet and care team. Free, all-ages, a tad messy, and no elephant meet-and-greets.
🤠 Reno Rodeo @ Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center | Saturday (6/20) at 7:00 PM – Saddle up and head to the Livestock Events Center for the Reno Rodeo, where pros take on bull riding, barrel racing, and roping with zero nonsense. It is Western tradition in a modern arena, loud cheers, and a light coat of dust on your boots.
🥕 Reno Food Systems Farm Stand @ Reno Food Systems' Park Farm | Sunday (6/21) at 3:00 PM – Sunday on Mayberry Drive means the farm stand piled with greens, radishes, and those here-today spring goodies. Plant starts galore, think zinnias, squash, herbs, and poppies, perfect for buying more than you have pots for. Real local, real fresh, no grocery-store lighting. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — Announcement In case you missed itWe opened The Insiders’ Club last week and hundreds of folks have already joined (seriously… can’t thank you enough!!). For a few bucks a month, The Club gives you every newsletter ad-free on your schedule, plus members-only updates to help you stay connected to your community. The Weekly Events Roundup is my favorite feature. You get one email a week with all the best events and nothing else cluttering it up. Want only that? Skip the daily emails and turn the rest off. Join the club → |
07 — The Reno report Weather forecastToday — High: 95°F — Low: 63°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 95. Northeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 63. Northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 98°F — Low: 64°F — Precip: 0%
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