The Great Reno Balloon Race
Monday, September 06
The Great Reno Balloon Race takes place September 10-12, 2010. Held annually the weekend after Labor Day, The Great Reno Balloon Race takes place at the Rancho San Rafael Regional Park and is absolutely free to the public. In addition to the colorful hot air balloons, there will be food vendors...
Sierra Kids Before and After School Program in Reno
Monday, August 23
With kids heading back to school soon (August 30, 2010), this is a friendly reminder about the Reno Parks and Recs Department's Sierra Kids before and after school program in Reno. The deadline to apply for the first week of this program is this Thursday, August 26, 2010. So, if you're interested...
Bicycle Safety Tips for the Young Ones
Tuesday, August 17
Bicycle riding increases during the warm weather months. This means an increase in the possibility of accidents for kids, according to the Reno Police Department. That's why parents should take the time to teach their children the rules of the road as well as bicycle safety to ensure that their...
Visit Reno Farmers Markets
Monday, August 09
The absolute best way to get healthy, visit your neighbors and encourage local farmers and artisans is to visit Reno Farmers Markets. We are so lucky to have so many different Farmers Markets to choose from, too. In fact, the only day of the week that there are no local farmers markets happenin...
Enjoy Hot August Nights in Reno
Monday, August 02
What's more American that classic cars and rock 'n roll? If you like both, come enjoy Hot August Nights in Reno this week. From now until Sunday, August 8th, there will be live music, car shows, a classic car cruise around Reno and lots of shopping at the Big Boy's Toy Store, Silver Auction and...
Home Value Updates May Mean Lower Property Taxes in Washoe County
Tuesday, July 27
Home value updates may mean lower property taxes in Washoe County. With July 1st as the official start of the new fiscal year, the treasurer's office has begun mailing Washoe County homeowners' their new tax bill for the year. With the decline in Washoe County property values, homeowners can ex...