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8/18:Reno Greek Fest Get your Greek on this weekend for featuring traditional Greek cuisine, the annual festival dance, music, desserts and imports, including jewelry, clothing and specialty food items. The event takes place from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 20, at St. Anthony’s Greek Orthodox Church, 4795 Lakeside Drive. Limited advance tickets are $12, which include $10 of food. Admission at the door is $5 and does not include food purchase. Call 825-5365 or visit renogreekfest.com.

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2017 TAHOE STAR TOURS: Tahoe Star Tours

will meet in Café Blue at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe, with the telescopic viewing portion of the evening taking place on the open meadow in the backyard of the property. The resort will offer coffee, hot chocolate and water and access to blankets once the tour moves outside to the meadow for telescopic viewing. Fri, 8/18, 8:15pm. $20-$40. The Ritz Carlton, Lake Tahoe, 13031 Ritz Carlton Highlands Court, Truckee, www.tahoestartours.com.

BETWEEN THE LYRICS 2—CELEBRATION OF HIP

HOP: This pop-up show is a celebration of all things hip hop, showcasing works by local artists and their interpretations of iconic verses from the span of hiphop history. This year, the show will focus on verses with a socio-political stance. More than 40 local artists have contributed pieces to the show with lyrics from Lauryn Hill, Run the Jewels, KRS-One and many others. DJ Peach Sprite will spin hip-hop jams. Partial proceeds from the show and artwork sales will help fund future arts and music programming at the Holland Project. Sat, 8/19, 7pm. $5 donation. The Holland Project, 140 Vesta St., (775) 742-1858.

CARSON CITY GHOST WALKING TOUR: Hear

about lingering spirits, paranormal stories and gossip from the past during this guided walking tour of downtown Carson City’s historic homes and businesses. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the walk begins. Sat, 8/19, 6:30pm. $15-$20, free for children under age 3. Corner of Third and Curry streets, Carson City, (775) 348-6279, carsoncityghostwalk.com. DOWNTOWN RENO FARMERS’ MARKET:

Shoppers can choose from fresh-picked produce, a variety of international food and beverage items, packaged foods, unique arts and crafts, assorted flowers and prepared foods. The market takes place on Thursday through Aug. 24. Tue, 8/22, 4-9pm. Free. Sands Regency Casino Hotel, 345 N. Arlington Ave., (775) 746-5024, www.shirleysfarmersmarkets.com.

FEED THE CAMEL: The fourth annual food truck gathering features some of the best food trucks in the Truckee

Meadow and local beer. The event happens every Wednesday through

August. Wed, 8/23, 5pm. Free. McKinley

Arts & Culture Center, 925 Riverside

Drive, www.facebook.com/Feed-The-

Camel-256832417824677/.

THE FOLK & THE LORE: This multimedia

project aims to collect, archive and tell stories from Reno and throughout the region through photography, short films, and live storytelling events that will be held regularly at the Nevada Museum of Art. This month’s event features an evening of storytelling and films based on ThePlaya—StoriesfromBurningMan. Sat, 8/19, 5pm. $8-$12. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333.

HOLI FESTIVAL OF COLORS: The festival

features interactive dance, live mantra bands, DJs, yoga, color throws, food and happy vibes. Sat, 8/19, 11am. $6-$37, free admission for children age 12 and younger. Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595 N. Sierra St., (801) 787-1510, www.festivalofcolorsusa.com. HOPS IN THE YARD BEER FEST: The festival

features unlimited beer tastings and over 20 handles, food trucks and live entertainment. Sat 8/19, 1pm. $25. MontBleu, 55 Highway 50, Stateline, (775) 588-3515, www.montbleuresort.com/ events/hops-yard-2017-beerfest/.

JOHN LAW ON TALES OF THE SAN FRANCISCO CACOPHONY SOCIETY: Law is a primary

creator of the Cacophony Society and a co-founder of The Burning Man Festival in the early 1990s. Join the San Francisco native for a lively exploration of Bay Area cultural movements that led to the infamous Cacophony Society Zone Trip #4 to Nevada’s Black Rock Desert on Labor Day weekend 1990. Thu, 8/17, 6pm. $8$12. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333, www.nevadaart.org.

LEO VILLAREAL ON BLACK ROCK TO BRIDGES:

Villareal is a pioneer in the use of LEDs and custom computer software and is best known for his light sculptures and architectural, site-specific works. He first attended Burning Man in 1994, which inspired him to begin creating immersive experiences on a larger scale. Join Villareal as he discusses his long association with Burning Man, his San Francisco Bay Lights installation on the San Francisco Bay Bridge and his recently awarded commission to illuminate 17 bridges over the Thames River in London. Sun 8/20, 4-5pm. $8-$12. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333.

NORTHERN NEVADA INTERNATIONAL DRAGON

BOAT FESTIVAL: The inaugural festival celebrates ancient Chinese culture, sport and the natural wonders of the RenoSparks region. Festivities include a health and wellness village, a kids’ zone and various vendors, exhibitors, food trucks and artisans. Sat, 8/19, 8am. Free. Sparks Marina, 300 Howard Drive, Sparks, (855) 496-2628, www.gwndragonboat.com.

RENO ART FEST ON THE RIVER: The festival

celebrates local artists in downtown Reno with an outdoor, open-air art market, family-friendly entertainment, a beer garden, wine tasting by the Riverwalk Merchants Association and local food trucks. Sat, 8/19-Sun, 8/20, 10am. Free.

City Plaza, 10 N. Virginia Street, (775) 7717004, www.facebook.com/RenoArtFest.

RENO COIN CLUB MEETING: David Elliott will

give a presentation on Jewish coins— from the end of the Babylonian captivity to Israeli coins. All ages welcome. Early bird prizes, quarter pot, raffle and more. Tue, 8/22, 7pm. Free. Denny’s, 205 Nugget Ave., Sparks, www.renocoinclub.org.

RENO STREET FOOD: The gourmet street

food event features over 30 gourmet food, craft dessert, beer, wine and mixed drink vendors and entertainment by local musicians each week through Sept. 29. Fri, 8/18, 5pm. Free. Idlewild Park, 1900 Idlewild Drive, (775) 825-2665.

SATURDAY NIGHT STAR PARTY: The evening

starts with a lecture on one of numerous topics and then concludes with guided star viewing by one of the observatory’s astronomers. Sat, 8/19, 6pm. Free. Jack C. Davis Observatory, 2699 Van Patten Drive, Carson City, (775) 857-3033.

FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 17, 2017

TASTE & LISTEN POP-UP DINNER: Local Trails

& Vistas artist Nancy Tieken Lopez and the Stella Kitchen Team led by Chef Ben Knox of The Cedar House Sport Hotel will create a pop-up dinner exhibition titled “Taste & Listen.” Chef Knox will prepare food while being inspired by the music of India, Spain and Africa. Dinner guests will enjoy a five-course meal with live music from three continents to create a musical dinner experience as art. Sat, 8/19, 6:30pm. $110 and up. The Cedar House Sport Hotel, 10918 Brockway Road, Truckee, (775) 746-0717.

TRUCKEE THURSDAYS: Historic Downtown

Truckee transforms into an exciting street fair featuring local and regional artisans, food trucks, a beer garden and live music. Thu, 8/17, 5pm. Free. Historic Downtown Truckee, 10065 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, www.truckeethursdays.com.

WASHOE READS—THE ORPHAN MASTER’S

SON: Washoe County Library System, in partnership with Nevada Humanities, presents a community-wide read of Adam Johnson’s TheOrphanMaster’s Son. Book discussions will take place in three parts at several library locations through Sept. 15, culminating with the 4th Annual Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl on Sept. 16 at venues throughout the Downtown Reno Arts Corridor. Thu, 8/17, 8pm. Free. Sparks Library, 1125 12th St., Sparks, (775) 352-3200, nevadahumanities.org.

THE WAY IT WAS RODEO: The event features

bull riders, wild broncs, kids’ mutton bustin,’ jump motorcycles and more. Sat, 8/19-Sun, 8/20, 1pm. $10-$60. Virginia

City Fairgrounds, 458 F St., Virginia City, (775) 847-7500.

WINE & RIBS: The Community Health

Alliance’s sixth annual benefit includes wine from Whispering Vine & Wine and dinner by Famous Dave’s. Sat, 8/19, 5pm. $60. Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 870-4356, www.chanevada.org.

ART

ART INDEED: FantasticRubbishLocality andProgress,Fragments&Reflection.

Art Indeed Gallery is open for the

Third Saturday Wine Walks on Aug. 19.

Gallery hours are Monday-Thursday, 5:30-7pm. Sat, 8/19, 1:30-5pm. Free. Art

Indeed, 142 Bell St., (775) 846-8367.

ART SOURCE GALLERY: MovingtheWorld—

Once,Twice,Nevermore.The gallery features the permanent art installation by artist Yuyu Yang, as well as Art Source Gallery’s art collection. Thu, 8/17-Wed, 8/23, 10am. Free. Art Source Gallery, 2195 S. Virginia St., Ste. 102, (775) 828-3525.

ARTISTS CO-OP GALLERY OF RENO: Open

SpacesandSpecialPlaces—TheArt ofConservation.This benefit art show and sale for Nevada Land Trust runs through Aug. 31. Thu, 8/17-Wed, 8/23, 11am-

4pm. Free. Artists Co-op Gallery of Reno, 627 Mill St., (775) 322-8896. COURTHOUSE GALLERY, CARSON CITY

COURTHOUSE: IndustrialArtSports Edition.Capital City Arts Initiative’s latest exhibition features the design work of five Northern Nevada sports equipment designers and manufacturers. The show runs through Sept. 28. The gallery is open Monday-Friday. Thu, 8/17-Fri, 8/18; Mon, 8/21-Wed, 8/23, 8am-5pm. Free.

Courthouse Gallery, Carson City Courthouse, 885 E. Musser St., Carson City, www.arts-initiative.org.

HOLLAND PROJECT GALLERY: WhereThe

ShadowCatchesYou.This month’s exhibition features work by Nathaniel Benjamin, Summer Orr and Rita Salt. Consisting of printmaking, ceramic and textile pieces, WheretheShadowCatches Youtakes viewers on a trip through the artists’ combined memories where trauma lingers and attempts to reconcile or at least bandage the pains of the past. The artist reception is on Aug. 17, 6-8pm. The show is open Tuesday-Friday through Aug. 25. Thu, 8/17-Fri, 8/18; Tue, 8/22-Wed,

8/23, 3-6pm. Free. Holland Project Gallery, 140 Vesta St., (775) 742-1858.

METRO GALLERY: DesertDreams.Peter

Ruprecht’s photography attempts to capture the natural spirit of people and places all across the world. Desert Dreamsruns Aug. 21-Oct. 6. Gallery hours are 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Reception is Aug. 22, 5-7pm. Mon, 8/21-Wed, 8/23,

8am-5pm. Free. Metro Gallery, 1 E. First St., (775) 334-2417.

NORTHWEST RENO LIBRARY: A40-Year

CollectionoftheArtofLadyJill.Plein air watercolorist Lady Jill Mueller presents works from her personal collection over the last 40 years. This display will be up until Oct. 25. Library hours are 10am6pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 10am-7pm on Wednesday and 11am-5pm on Saturday. The library is closed on Sunday. Thu, 8/17-Sat, 8/19; Mon,

8/21-Wed, 8/23. Free. Northwest Reno Library, 2325 Robb Drive, (775) 787-4100.

REID HOUSE GALLERY AND STUDIO:

ConstructingMemories.DJD Foundation/ Art Heals War Wounds presents this show of fiber art by Lynda Yuroff and Luana Ritch. The exhibition runs through Aug. 31. Gallery hours are Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, noon6pm. Thu, 8/17, Sat, 8/19-Sun, 8/20, Tue,

8/22, noon. Free. Reid House Gallery and Studio, 515 Court St., (775) 391-2668.

RENO ART WORKS: RAWOpenStudios.Meet

the artists, explore the studios and buy local art. Sat, 8/19, noon. Free. Reno Art Works, 1995 Dickerson Road, (775) 3910278, www.renoartworks.org.

SIERRA ROOM AT CARSON CITY COMMUNITY

CENTER: DylanSilverTahoeClarity.The Capital City Arts Initiative presents a photography exhibition by artist Dylan Silver. The artwork will on view in the gallery through Nov. 9. The Sierra Room is open Monday-Thursday. Thu, 8/17, Mon, 8/2-Wed, 8/23, 5-8pm. Free. Sierra Room

at Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St., Carson City, (775) 283-7421, www.arts-initiative.org.

MUSEUMS

NATIONAL AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM: Bethe

Astronaut.The exhibition immerses visitors in the science and engineering of spaceflight via state-of-the-art video game technology, simulators and actual NASA reconnaissance data. Using astronaut ID swipe cards, participants launch in space capsules like the USS Roddenberry and drive on the Moon or Mars. The exhibit includes the Mars rover “Opportunity” mockup from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, space suit replicas and space memorabilia from American pop culture. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 9:30am to 5:30pm, and Sunday, 10am to 4pm. The exhibition runs through Aug. 31. Thu, 8/17Wed, 8/23. $6-$12. National Automobile Museum, 10 S. Lake St., (775) 830-5295, www.nevadachallenger.org.

NEVADA MUSEUM OF ART: AndreaZittel:

Wallsprawl.The artwork is on view through Dec. 31; JessicaRath:Projects. The exhibition runs through Aug. 27; CityofDust:TheEvolutionofBurning Man.The show runs through Jan. 7; View FromthePlaya:PhotographsbyEleanor Preger.The artwork is on view through Jan. 7. Museum hours are 10am-6pm, Wednesday and Friday through Sunday, and 10am-8pm on Thursday. Thu, 8/17Sun, 8/20, Wed, 8/23, 10am. $1-$10, free for

NMA members. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333.

TERRY LEE WELLS NEVADA DISCOVERY MUSEUM (THE DISCOVERY): AT.rex

NamedSue. At 42 feet long and 12 feet high at the hips, Sue is the largest, most complete and best-preserved T. rex ever discovered. A dramatic, life-sized skeleton cast of Sue is the centerpiece of this exhibition that also features hands-on and digital interactive exhibits that help you uncover Sue’s amazing past and explore the field of paleontology. The exhibit will be on view through Jan. 15; ScienceUnderground.Located on the museum’s lower level, Science Undergroundfeatures an eclectic, subterranean collection of exhibits from The Discovery’s first five years, including big, blue building blocks, Electrosketch, Nano Science, an oversized Nevada puzzle, the Tube-o-Phone, a walking piano and more. Museum hours are 10am to 5pm on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday and noon to 5pm on Sunday. The museum is open from 10am to 8pm on Wednesday. The museum will be open on Monday from 10am to 5pm through Sept. 4. Thu, 8/17-Wed, 8/23. $10-$12. Terry Lee

Wells Nevada Discovery Museum (The Discovery), 490 S. Center St., (775) 7861000, www.nvdm.org.

WILBUR D. MAY MUSEUM: SherlockHolmes

&theClocktowerMystery.A shocking crime has been committed, and Victorian London’s most celebrated detective needs your help to find out “whodunit!” Challenge your powers of observation and deductive reasoning as you work to solve a baffling mystery. The exhibition runs through Oct. 29. Hours are 10am to 4pm Wednesday and Thursday, 10am to 8pm on Friday and noon to 4pm on Sunday. The exhibition is closed on Monday, Tuesday and Saturday. Thu, 8/17-Fri, 8/18, Sun, 8/20, Wed, 8/23. $8-$9.

Wilbur D. May Museum, 1595 N. Sierra St., (775) 785-5961.

FILM

OUTDOOR SUMMER MOVIE SERIES: Watch new

releases and family classics on the big screen in the Events Plaza at The Village at Squaw Valley. A different movie shows each Thursday through Aug. 31. All movies start at 8:30pm, weather permitting. Blankets and warm clothes are recommended. Thu, 8/17, 8:30pm. Free.

The Village at Squaw Valley, 1750 Village East Road, Tahoe City, (800) 403-0206, squawalpine.com.

START THE REVOLUTION WITHOUT ME: Charles

Dickens and Alexander Dumas get spoofed in this rowdy and rambunctious comedy by director Bud Yorkin. Gene Wilder and Donald Sutherland play dual roles as twins—one pair royalty, the other peasants. Accidentally switched at birth, they eventually wind up on opposite sides during the French Revolution. Sun, 8/20, 6pm. $5-$9. Good Luck Macbeth, 713 S. Virginia St., (775) 337-9111, artemisiamovies.weebly.com.

MUSIC

HOPEFEST7: The Carson Tahoe Health

Foundation presents this free outdoor concert with headliner Tyrone Wells.

All proceeds from food, drink and raffle tickets sales directly benefit local cancer patients undergoing lifesaving medical treatments. Fri, 8/18, 6pm. Free. Carson

Tahoe Caner Center, 1535 Medical

Parkway, Carson City, (775) 360-6101, www.carsontahoe.com/hopefest.

JAZZ AND BEYOND CARSON CITY MUSIC

FESTIVAL: Mile High Jazz Band Association presents its annual music festival featuring more than 60 performances at venues across Carson City. Thu, 8/17-Mon, 8/21. Most events are free. Multiple venues throughout Carson City, Carson City, (775) 883-4154, jazzcarsoncity.com.

LISA LYNNE & ARYEH FRANKFURTER: The

multi-instrumentalist duo perform traditional and original music on rare instruments, including Celtic harps, Swedish nyckelharpa, Ukrainian bandura and cittern. Wed, 8/23, 7:30pm. Valhalla Boathouse Theatre, 1 Valhalla Road, South Lake Tahoe, valhallatahoe.com.

MENTALLY SPENT: The band performs as part of the Fox Brewpub Concert Series.

The show takes place outside in the Don

McFadden Plaza behind the brewpub. Fri, 8/18, 7:30pm. Free. Bob McFadden Plaza, 310 S. Carson St., Carson City, (775) 8831369, foxbrewpub.com.

MUSIC INDUSTRY NIGHT: Open your ears

to local albums, national releases and more. Make new friends, meet other creatives and/or fans. Drink local beer, plan upcoming projects and learn about some events going on in the area. Wed, 8/23, 9pm. Free. St. James Infirmary, 445 California Ave., (775) 657-8484.

MUSIC ON THE BEACH: The series continues

with music by Big Blu Soul Revue. Fri, 8/18, 6pm. Free. Kings Beach State Recreation Area, 8318 N. Lake Blvd., Kings Beach, (530) 546-9000, northtahoebusiness.org.

P’OPERA! A-GO-GO: A showcase of music

from the 1960s and 1970s. Sun, 8/20, 5pm & 7:30pm. $30. Napa-Sonoma South, 7671 S. Virginia St., (775) 233-5105, poperanv.org. SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Mark Mackay will

perform after the Reno Aces game at the Tito’s Handmade Vodka Stage. Sat, 8/19, 10:30pm. Free. Greater Nevada Field, 250 Evans Ave., (775) 334-7000.

SUNDAY MUSIC BRUNCH: Enjoy live music by

Colin Ross and brunch every Sunday from 10am to 2pm presented by chez louie. The menu features artful dishes, mimosas and a Bloody Mary Bar. Reservations recommended. Sun, 8/20, 10am-2pm.

Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 284-2921, www.nevadaart.org.

ONSTAGE

CHRIS TUCKER: The actor and comedian brings his stand up comedy tour to

Reno. Sat, 8/19, 8pm. $54-$64. Reno

Ballroom, 401 N. Center St., (775) 325-7333, www.silverlegacyreno.com.

FUNTIME THEATER—DINNER MURDER

MYSTERY: Funtime Theatre holds its monthly dinner murder mysteries. The doors open at 5pm with a no host bar. The show starts at 6:30pm with dinner service starting at 7pm. Open to ages 10 and older. Visit the website for dinner selections. Sat, 8/19, 5pm. $50. Lili’s Family Restaurant, 2325 Kietzke Lane, (866) 449-7630, www.funtimetheater.com.

LAKE TAHOE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL: The

festival returns with Love’sLabour’s Lostand TheHoundoftheBaskervilles performed on alternating nights, TuesdaySunday through Aug. 27. The Monday Night Showcase includes a diverse array of live music and entertainment from a variety of genres. A different performance will be featured each week. Shows start at 7:30pm. Thu, 8/17-Wed, 8/23, 7:30pm. $15-

$99. Warren Edward Trepp Stage at Sand Harbor State Park, 2005 Highway 28, Incline Village, (800) 747-4697.

THE MOUNTAINTOP: Katori Hall’s play is a fictional depiction of the Reverend Martin

Luther King’s last night on earth set entirely in Room 306 of the Lorraine Motel on the eve of his assassination on April 4, 1968. Performances are Thursday-

Saturday, Aug. 18-Sept. 16. Fri, 8/18-Sat, 8/19, 7:30pm. $15. Good Luck Macbeth, 713

S. Virginia St., (775) 322-3716.

PINOCCHIO: Laughing Owl Productions presents an original adaptation of

Pinocchiobased on the story by Carlo

Collodi. Thu, 8/17, 4:30pm. Free. St. Mary’s

Amphitheater, 800 Victorian Square,

Sparks, (775) 737-8942.

RENO IMPROV SHOW: An evening of

spontaneous comedy. Every week is a new show. Sat, 8/19, 8pm. $5. The Potentialist Workshop, 836 E. Second St., (775) 686-8201.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC: Sierra School of

Performing Arts presents Rodgers & Hammerstein’s musical. Performances are on Thursday-Sunday through Aug. 26. Thu, 8/17-Sun, 8/20, 7:30pm. $15-$40.

Hawkins Outdoor Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 852-7740.

THREE LITTLE GIRLS: Piper’s Opera House

presents Makayla Rose Taylor as Lotta Crabtree, Maude Adams and Emma Nevada, three little girls who performed at Piper’s Opera House. Thu, 8/17, noon. $5-$15. Piper’s Opera House, 12 N. B St., Virginia City, (775) 847-0433. 8/19:Reno Pirate Crawl Sea dogs, sea wenches, sea monsters and between are invited to set sail for drinking everything in adventures during the ninth annual bar crawl in downtown Reno. There will be pirate encampments, themed entertainment, free admission to 20 participating bars and clubs, food and drink specials and more for those merry mariners ages 21 and older who purchase a $5 commemorative cup and map. The crawl starts at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19, at Harrah’s Plaza, 219 N. Center St. Call 624-8320 or visit crawlreno.com/event/piratecrawl.

SPORTS & FITNESS

GUIDED HIKE: Enjoy a guided hike through

Galena Creek Park with a local specialist.

Please bring appropriate clothing and plenty of water. The hike intensity varies, depending on the audience. Sat, 8/19, 10am. Free, donations welcome. Galena

Creek Visitor Center, 18250 Mount Rose

Highway, (775) 849-4948.

RENO ACES: The minor league baseball team plays the Fresno Grizzlies. Sat, 8/19, 7pm; Sun, 8/20-Tue, 8/22, 7pm. $8-$33. Greater

Nevada Field, 250 Evans Ave, (775) 3347000, www.renoaces.com. SENIOR HEALTHY WALKING PROGRAM: Center

for Healthy Aging offers this free senior walking program for people age 50 and older at Meadowood Mall on Wednesday. Snacks and water will be provided. Wed, 8/23, 9am. Free. Meadowood Mall, 5000 Meadowood Mall Circle, (775) 384-4324.

SPANISH LANGUAGE PRACTICE AND COFFEE:

This group gets together every other Saturday to discuss different topics of Spanish grammar over coffee and cookies or sweet bread. You will receive a binder with content corresponding to the day’s lesson. Sat, 8/19, 11:30am. $10. Training Connexion, 4600 Kietzke Lane, Bldg. B, Ste. 117, (775) 224-6271.

RENO ACES: The team plays the Sacramento River Cats. Thu, 8/17-Fri 8/18, 7pm. $9-

$34. Greater Nevada Field, 250 Evans Ave., (775) 334-7000, www.renoaces.com.

LIFESTYLE

BOARDGAMERS OF RENO: Boardgamers of

Reno play a variety of Euro-style board games that rely more on planning and tactics than simply rolling a die and moving. The event is open to anyone who wants to play. Tue, 8/22, 5pm. Free. Baldini’s Casino, second floor, 865 S. Rock Blvd., Sparks, (775) 453-8406.

MYSTERY BOOK CLUB: This month’s selection is Motiveby Jonathan Kellerman. Sun, 8/20, 1pm. Free. Spanish Springs Library, 7100-A Pyramid Highway, Sparks, (775) 424-1800.

OUTDOOR SPANISH GROUP: Practice speaking

Spanish in an outdoor setting. Sun, 8/20, 7am. Free. Training Connexion, 4600 Kietzke Lane, Bldg. B, Ste. 117, (775) 2246271, www.trainingconnexion.com.

COMMUNITY

BLOOD DONATIONS NEEDED: Donors must be

age 16 or older, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. There are some weight and height restrictions for donors younger than 23 and parental permission is required for all 16-year-old and 17-year-old donors. Contact United Blood Services to make an appointment. Thu, 8/17-Fri, 8/18; Mon, 8/21-Wed, 8/23. Free.

United Blood Services, 1125 Terminal Way, (775) 324-6454.

HEALING HEARTS: Express emotions and relax through painting. Find solace and enjoy the company of other caregivers, family members and loved ones with memory loss. Tue, 8/22, 1pm. Free. South

Valleys Library, 15650-A Wedge Parkway, (775) 851-5190.

IDLEWILD HEALTH WALKS: These

interpretative walks are a safe and supportive environment designed to offer people in all stages of Alzheimer’s and their care-partners an opportunity to get outdoors, get some exercise and socialize with their peers. Tue, 8/22, 10am. Free. Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation Office, Idlewild Park, 50 Cowan Drive, (775) 784-1807.

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