For Thursday, October 18 to Wednesday, October 24 JAPANESE FALL FESTIVAL: Reno Kodomokai and Nihonjin Kai present their inaugural festival featuring food, games and activities including origami and calligraphy, Japanese costume contest, raffle, flea market, Japanese taiko drum performance by Tsurunokai Taiko and aikido demonstration by Reno Aikido. Su, 10/21, 11am-4pm. $2 (includes one free game). Aikido of Reno, 135 S. Wells Ave., (775) 250-1866, www.renoaikido.org.
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PHILOPTOCHOS RUMMAGE SALE: The sale includes clothing for men, women and children, shoes, purses, accessories, toys, books, housewares, kitchenware, crafts, holiday items, among other items. Sa, 10/20, 8am-3pm. Free. St. Anthony Greek Orthodox Church, 4795 Lakeside Drive, (775) 825-5365.
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RENO BITES: The event celebrates Reno’s
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burgeoning culinary scene with the first community-wide showcase of local chefs’ talents and locally owned hotspots. Reno Bites will feature prix fixe menus, signature items and specials, plus culinary events throughout Reno for an entire week. 10/22-29. Downtown Reno, Virginia Street, (775) 240-8749, http://renobitesweek.com.
2012 VIRGINIA DEMMLER HONOR ROLL DINNER: Watch the third and final presidential debate, then hear from U.S. Senator and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Sen. Al Franken of Minnesota at this benefit for Democratic Party of Washoe County. M, 10/22, 5pm. $80 dinner; $120 dinner and reception. Atlantis Casino Resort Spa Grand Ballroom, 3800 S. Virginia St., (775) 323-8683, www.washoedems.org.
RENO BRIDAL & BEAUTY EXPO: Sample food from area caterers, bakeries and restaurants at the 16th annual wedding event for couples planning their special day. Enter to win door prizes, win wedding gowns or join in the Cake Dives to win a pair of diamond earrings or a gold band for the groom. Su, 10/21, 11am-4pm. $10. Reno-Sparks Convention Center, 4590 S. Virginia St., (775) 849-8000, www.renobridalshow.com.
ADVENTURE MAPS TO MURDER: Habitat for Humanity’s second annual event includes a theatrical production put on by local actors, appetizers, cocktails and a silent auction. All of the proceeds from the event will go to Habitat for Humanity to help build homes for local low-income families. F, 10/19, 6pm. $25. Wilbur D. May Museum, Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595 N. Sierra St., (775) 323-5511, www.habitatforhumanityreno.org.
Riverwalk District Merchant on Wine Walk day to get a map of participating Wine Walk merchants. Go to the participating merchant of your choice, and, with a valid photo ID, you'll receive a wine glass and an ID bracelet that allows you to sample wine at any participating merchant. Every month offers a different theme and part of all proceeds are donated to a local charity. Third Sa of every month, 2-5pm. $20. The Riverwalk District, downtown Reno along The Riverwalk, (775) 825-9255, www.renoriver.org.
The competition pits home brewers against each other for a chance to display their blend on tap at Silver Peak Brewery. The second annual youth fundraiser features live music, food and a silent auction. Proceeds go toward funding expenses for Project Great Outdoors. Sa, 10/20, 6-11pm. $45 general admission; $75 VIP. Siena Hotel Spa Casino, 1 S. Lake St., (888) 827-8859, www.backwashreno.org.
BBB SECURE YOUR ID DAY: Better Business
THE SALON: STILL PUBLISHING, STILL HAPPY:
Bureau will provide free on-site document shredding plus tips to help you protect your identity. Bring up to three boxes/bags of documents to shred. Sa, 10/20, 9am-noon. Free. AT&T parking lot, 645 E. Plumb Lane, (775) 322-0657, http://reno.bbb.org/secure-your-id.
Malcolm Margolin and Christine Kelly will share a public conversation about book publishing in the 21st century. They'll give attendees a glimpse into the daily life of a publisher, explore the idea of publishing as community building and shed light on the satisfactions and rewards of shaping ideas, giving voice and creating beauty. F, 10/19, 6-7:30pm. Free. Sundance Bookstore & Music, 121 California Ave., (775) 786-1188, www.sundancebookstore.com.
DAY OF THE DEAD: Celebrate the Mexican holiday with the Latino Research Center at UNR. The event features free food, drinks, music, activities and more. Kids can decorate masks and sugar skulls. There will also be an altar exhibition, a traditional part of this Mexican holiday, to honor deceased family members. Sa, 10/20, 1-5pm. Free. Joe Crowley Student Union, University of Nevada, Reno, 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4010, www.unr.edu/studentunion.
VAMPIRE GALA: Our Hearts, Our Families, Our Community will raise money to help local people affected by aggressive disease at their fund-raising event. Set against a vampire-inspired fantasy land, guests will revel in an evening of dining, libations, live music, dancing, local artistry and more. V.I.P. ticket holders will be welcomed beginning at 6pm for a three-course meal paired with FerrariCarano wines, private butler service, personalized photographs and an array of entertainment. At 8pm, doors will open for all gala guests to enjoy samplings of food, wine and brews, then dance the night away in their vampire attire. There will be silent and live auctions, plus an awards ceremony for the best dressed. Sa, 10/20, 8pm. $50 per person; $200 VIP. Reno Ballroom, 401 N. Center St., (775) 323-7171, www.ourheartsreno.com.
FALL GARDEN TOURS: Join Washoe County Horticulturalist Bill Carlos for a one-hour guided tour through the Wilbur D. May Arboretum & Botanical Garden. Bring your camera. Meet at the arboretum office. Sa, 10/20, 11am. Free. Wilbur D. May Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595 N. Sierra St., (775) 785-4153, www.maycenter.com.
HALLOWEEN SWING DANCE PARTY: High Sierra Swing Dance Club presents a free dance lesson at its annual Halloween costume ball. Tim Renner will teach a free beginner West Coast swing lesson at 7pm. All new dancers may stay for the 8pm dance for free. Costumes are optional. Partners are not required. Sa, 10/20, 7-10:30pm. $7-$10. Brewery Arts Center Grand Ballroom, 449 W. King St., Carson City, (775) 629-9369, http://highsierraSDC.org.
TOLL HOUSE PUMPKIN PATCH: The annual
ANDELIN FAMILY FARM PUMPKIN PATCH: The annual pumpkin patch features a oneacre corn maze, pedal cart track, hay bale maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, an Art Barn and plenty of pumpkins and gourds to pick. M-Th, 10am-3pm through 10/31; F, Sa, 10am-6pm through 10/27. $6 per person; free for babies under age 1; $1 for hay rides. Andelin Family Farm, 8100 Pyramid Highway, Spanish Springs, (775) 425-6315, http://andelinfamilyfarm.blogspot.com.
pumpkin patch features a haunted house, climbing wall, bounce houses, petting zoo, hay fort, pony rides, train rides and lots of pumpkins to pick. M-Th, Su, 9am-8pm
through 10/31; F, Sa, 9am-9pm through 10/27.
$1-$20 for tickets. Toll House Pumpkin Patch, 12185 S. Virginia St., (775) 636-5100, www.tollhousepumpkins.com.
Art ARTISTS CO-OP OF RENO GALLERY: Wings and Waves—Air and Water Features. Ann Weiss and Larry Jacox are the featured artists for October. The co-op also hosts three guest artists Sandi Burke, Marilyn Newton and Jenny Antonucci. Through 10/31, 11am-4pm. Free. 627 Mill St., (775) 3228896, www.artistsco-opgalleryreno.com.
ART ADVENTURES FOR KIDS: Explore different media and techniques weekly. All supplies are included. One-hour workshops through Nov. 1 and/or Nov. 8-Dec. 20. Pre-registration required. Th, 4-5pm through 11/1. $45 for six classes. VSA Nevada at Lake Mansion, 250 Court St.; Alf Sorensen Community Center, 1400 Baring Blvd., Sparks, (775) 826-6100 ext. 3, www.vsanevada.org.
FERRARI FARMS PUMPKIN PATCH: Get lost in a corn maze, pick through the pumpkin patch, ride a mechanical bull, take a hayride, jump around in the bounce house and see farm animals. F, Sa,
9:30am-10pm through 10/27; M-Th, Su, 9:30am-8pm through 10/31. Call for info. Ferrari Farms, 4701 Mill St., (775) 856-4962.
IVNS 33RD ANNUAL PUMPKIN PATCH: The fall event features pumpkins, games, treats, pony rides, silent auction, bounce house, and bake sale. Sa, 10/20, 10am-3pm. Free. Preston Field, 700 Tahoe Blvd., Incline Village, (775) 831-4040, www.ivns.org.
LATTIN FARMS FALL FESTIVAL & CORN MAZE:
RIVERWALK DISTRICT WINE WALK: Visit any
BACKWASH HOME BREWING YOUTH BENEFIT:
All Ages
Lattin Farms celebrates the fall harvest with a pumpkin patch, hayrides, corn maze, fresh-from-the-farm produce, home-baked goods and more. Build your own scarecrow for $5 during the Scarecrow Factory, Oct. 13 & 20. Proceeds go to Fallon Parks & Rec (Oct. 13) and Goats-R-Us (Oct. 20). F, 5-
8pm through 10/26; Sa, 10am-8pm through 10/27. Corn maze: $7 adults, $5 children ages 4-14; free for children under age 4. Lattin Farms, 1955 McLean Road, Fallon, (866) 638-6293, www.lattinfarms.com.
PUMPKIN PAINTING: Make your own silly or scary pumpkin to decorate your house. All supplies are provided. Prepayment is required. Sa, 10/20, 10am-2pm; Su, 10/21, 10am-2pm. $7 per pumpkin. Rail City Garden Center, 1720 Brierley Way, Sparks, (775) 355-1551, www.railcitygardencenter.com.
PUMPKINPALOOZA 2012: Families can build and race a pumpkin in the Pumpkin Derby, participate in the children’s costume parade, enjoy storytelling on the ghost train, play carnival-style games, compete in the pie-eating, pumpkin seed spitting and mummy wrapping contests, enter their pumpkins in the beauty contest,and finish with the Lighting of the Pumpkins. The event benefits the Northern Nevada Center for Independent Living. Su, 10/21, 12-7pm. Prices vary. Victorian Square Plaza, Victorian Avenue, across from John Ascuaga’s Nugget, Sparks, (775) 353-3599, www.pumpkinpalooza.org.
R.I.S.E. AND DINE: PEOPLE FEEDING PEOPLE: Each week Reno activists and volunteers shop, prepare and cook for local persons and families without a home. On Saturdays at 5pm, volunteers meet outside of the Community Assistance Center and serve about 250 or more of Reno’s most poverty-stricken until 6pm. All assistance and donations are appreciated. Sa, 5-6pm through 12/29. Free. Community Assistance Center, 335 Record St., (775) 322-7143, www.renoinitiative.org.
October is the time for pumpkins. The bright orange gourds beckon in the produce aisles of grocery stores, on the porches and entryways of Halloween-decorated homes and in the fields of pumpkin patches across the country. Celebrate the harvest and Halloween seasons this weekend with several pumpkin patches and festivals including the Andelin Family Farm, 8100 Pyramid Highway, Spanish Springs, which features hay and corn mazes, farmyard activities and lots of pumpkins to pick. Admission is $6. Call 425-6315. Ferrari Farms, 4701 Mill St., has been a longtime fixture during the harvest season. The farm offers a corn maze, bounce house for kids, hayrides and more, along with pumpkins to pick for a small fee. Call 856-4962. Toll House Pumpkin Patch, 12185 S. Virginia St., offers a variety of bounce houses, a haunted house, a petting zoo, train rides, and, of course, pumpkins. Tickets range from $1-$20. Call 636-5100. Finally, Northern Nevada Center for Independent Living will present its first Pumpkinpalooza from noon to 7 p.m. on Oct. 21 at Victorian Square Plaza in downtown Sparks. Activities include a Pumpkin Derby, costume parade, pumpkin pie-eating and seed-spitting contests and the Lighting of the Pumpkins. Call 353-3599. —Kelley Lang
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