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The Holiday Sip ~N~ Shop Tour not only benefits our local families in need, the tour also helps promote shopping at Reno's local businesses. The Sip ~N~ Shop Limo Tour is a great way to discover downtown hidden hot spots and a great way for you to get your holiday shopping done in one day!

This annual  event takes place over the next four Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
~November 26, December 3, 10, and 17th~
Tickets are $5 each and are available at La Garage, Junkee Clothing Exchange, Tassels and Labels. Ticket sales will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada.
For more information call 775.348.9375

Proceeds support the Ronald McDonald House Charities in Northern Nevada and surrounding communities. The main purports of this charity is to help families of sick children by giving them a place to stay while their children are hospitalized. If you are unable to participate in the Holiday Sip ~N~ Shop event, donations for the Ronald McDonald House are always welcome.

So if you enjoy a little wine and a little shopping ~ The Holiday Sip ~N~ Shop Tour 2011 is back just in time for the holidays! For only $5 a ticket, you will have a change to get to know downtown Reno and you will not only be supporting your local community, you will be supporting those who truly need your support!

Holiday Sip ~N~ Shop Tour Is Back This Holiday Season in Reno, Nevada

Free summer concerts and watermelon on The Quad every Wednesday this summer!!

Voted  "Best Family Outing" by Reno's local newspaper, The Reno Gazette Journal, UNR's FREE "watermelon concerts on The Quad" is a great way to spend your Wednesday evenings this summer.

If you are looking for something unexpected to do this summer, this little concert series at the University Of Nevada could be just the thing. It really is a lot of fun. It  almost feels like going to the El Rancho Drive In where kids and adults bring blankets, snacks and low back chairs to sit outside their cars and enjoy a movie under the stars, only this time its FREE, the entertainment is live and you will most likely get back home before midnight!

If you are interested in attending any or all of the remaining Wednesday concerts, grab your friends, family, blankets and low back chairs and head on up to UNR and enjoy one or all of the great performances.

Show times are 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Here is a schedule upcoming FREE Watermelon Concerts:

 If you don't have time to bring your own snacks, food is available for purchase. Concerts are presented by Summer Sessions in partnership with the University of Nevada, Reno Alumni Association.

FREE Summer Concerts At UNR ~ Reno Nevada Free Summer Fun! 

Lavender Ridge ~ One of Reno's Best Locally owned and Made in Reno things!!

Over 3,000 lavender plants are currently blooming in Reno, Nevada right now and that is why July is a great time to follow your nose to West Fourth Street to have a look (and smell) at Nevada's only commercial lavender farm. Lavender Ridge offers an array of lavender products that include bath & body oils, soaps, candles, teas, cooking spices and much more.

Lavender Ridge is located at 7450 West Fourth Street, Reno, Nevada 89523. Call 775-747-3222 for  details on events, hours of operation and products available.

Lavender Ridge is on of those places you just have to see in person. Pictures are nice but the scent filled air is amazing. You don't have to make a purchase or pay to get in, just go to look around and enjoy the beauty of this unique setting. You won't be disappointed.

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Welcome back to Reno Artown!
The month of July means Reno is transformed into a cultural extravaganza.

Artown kicked off the 16th year of its summer festival last night with a parade in downtown Reno that ended with a celebration in Wingfield Park. This summer festival runs throughout July 31, 2011. Over 400 events will be happening at a variety of Reno-area venues. Most events are FREE!!Donations, of course, are greatly appreciated. Artown 2010 received over $33,000 in donations from spectators. This money is used to improve and help keep this amazing event Free each year.

A Artown 2011 schedule of eventscan be found at local area grocery stores, online or you can pick up a schedule tonight at Wingfiled Park where a free showing of "The Wizard of Oz" that  will be playing on a large movie screen in the park. Bring the entire family, a blanket, low back chair and enjoy this family classic under the stars. Pick up your free schedule of Artown events tonight at Wingfield Park.

View a complete list of things to do this month at Artown Reno 2011 right here:

Schedule of Artown 2011 Events

Friday Photos ~ Welcome Back To Reno Artown 2011 ~ We missed you!

Reno's Riverwalk District in Downtown Reno runs along the Truckee River and is a local favorite place to go to cool off during our "Hot" summer nights!

Strolling along the river, watching a movie in the park, having  a cup of coffee or an ice cream cone are just a few of things you can do on any given summer evening in Reno. Reno's downtown area is what keeps locals and visitors flocking to this area.

Friday's Photos ~ Reno's Riverwalk District ~ Just another reason why Reno, Nevada is a great place to live and visit!!

Reno's Rink On The River is set to close this Super Bowl Sunday. Tomorrow will be your last day to get outside and enjoy one of downtown Reno's favorite winter activities. The rink had been scheduled to stay open until President's Day, but by closing two weeks early, operating costs will be reduced and  the City of Reno will save a few bucks.

Taking my family to the rink is one of my favorite things to do in Reno. The decision to close the rink early is a smart idea to help save a little extra $$$ for the City of Reno, who is in need to find ways to cut costs.

If you are interested in taking advantage of the last day to skate, the hours of operation will be 11am to 6pm.

 Admission costs $7 for adults and $5 for children under 13 years old plus there is a $2 skate rental. The rink is located on the corner of First and Virginia Streets, right next to the Truckee River in downtown Reno.

 Parking is free at the Club Cal Neva's parking garage, located next to the rink. So hurry on down to Reno's Rink on the River for you last change to ice skate with family and friends in Reno this winter season.

The Rink On The River is closing this Sunday, February 6, 2011 but for those of you who love the ice, there is still plenty of winter left for you to head on up to the ice rink at Northsar at Lake Tahoe. Located in the heart of the Village at Northstar, the enormous skate rink will be open for a few more months.

Ice skating is FREE to all, and those with no skates, there will be a $5 rental fee.  Open daily from 1pm to 8pm, Northstars skate rink is a perfect place to relax after ice skating with hot chocolate by the fire pits that are located around the rink.

Located about 30 minutes from Reno and roughly 3 hours from the bay are, traveling to Northstar can be a fun family day. If you don't want to drive, there are Shuttle services available from Reno to Northstar.

Bundle up and head  to Lake Tahoe for a wonderful day of ice skating. Temperatures are slightly cooler than Reno temperatures so don't forgot your hat and gloves.

Looking for something to do this Super Bowl Sunday that does no involve watching T.V.? Head to downtown Reno or Northstar at the Lake to enjoy some outdoor fun, exercise and ice skating!

Don't Let The Closing Of The Rink On The River Keep You Off The Ice