Summer Guide 2007 Calendar

Comedy

D.L. HUGHLEY: D.L. Hughley performs. Sa, 8/4, 9pm. $39. MontBleu Resort, 55 Highway 50 in Stateline, (800) 648-3353.

RON WHITE: Ron White performs Sa, 7/14, 8pm. $35-$65. Reno Events Center, 400 N. Center St., (775) 335-8800.

Events

ARTOWN: The 12th annual month-long arts and culture festival features hundreds of events and exhibits presented by more than 100 partnering organizations. M-Su through 7/31. Opens 7/1. Call or visit Web site for locations, (775) 322-1538, www.renoisartown.com.

BEST IN THE WEST NUGGET RIB COOK-OFF: Rib cookers from across the country compete for prizes and the title of the best ribs in the west during John Ascuaga’s Nugget’s 19th annual event, which includes live music, vendors and children’s area. W-Su, 11am-9pm through 9/2. Opens 8/29; M, 9/3, 11am-5pm. Free. Victorian Square, downtown Sparks, along Victorian Avenue in Sparks, (775) 356-3300.

CHEETAH RUN: Watch one of the fastest land mammals on the planet in action during Animal Ark’s monthly fund-raising event. Su, 6/24, 6:30pm; W, 7/11, 7pm. $45. Animal Ark, 1265 Deerlodge Road off Red Rock Road, (775) 971-03111, www.animalark.org.

FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLE: This monthly event is held the Saturday night closest to the full moon and features drumming, fire spinning, star gazing and overnight camping with a pancake breakfast. Sa, Su through 7/29. Opens 7/28; Sa, Su through 8/26. Opens 8/25. $5 donation per person. The River School, 7777 White Fir St., (775) 747-3910, www.riverschool.info.

GREAT ELDORADO BBQ, BREWS & BLUES FESTIVAL: The 12th annual event features barbecue, a selection of microbrews from regional breweries, and performances by Tito Puente Jr. Orchestra, Lavay Smith & the Red Hot Skillet Lickers, Red Beans & Rice, Shane Dwight Band, Elvin Bishop and other rock and blues acts on two outdoor stages. Sa, 7/7, 11am-9pm. Free. Eldorado Hotel Casino, 345 N. Virginia St., (775) 786-5700, www.eldoradoreno.com.

GREAT INTERNATIONAL CHICKEN WING SOCIETY COOK-OFF: Bars and restaurants compete for cash prizes and bragging rights to the best chicken wings during the sixth annual event. Sa, Su, 11am-7pm through 7/1. Opens 6/30; M, 7/2, 11am-3pm. Free. Downtown Reno, Downtown Reno, www.thegreatinternationalchickenwingsociety.com.

HOT AUGUST NIGHTS: The annual celebration of classic cars and rock ‘n’ roll music features controlled cruises, show ‘n’ shines, live music and other entertainment. M-Su through 8/12. Opens 8/3. Locations vary, (775) 356-1956, www.hotaugustnights.net.

NEVADA STATE FAIR: The 133rd annual event includes a demolition derby, carnival rides, robot demonstration exhibit, 4-H exhibitions, arts and crafts, live music and more. W-Su through 8/26. Opens 8/22. $7, free for seniors and kids ages 10 and younger. Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center, 1350 N. Wells Ave., (775) 688-5767, www.nvstatefair.com.

RENO RODEO: Top professional cowboys from around the world compete for cash prizes during the 88th annual rodeo, which includes a cattle drive, parade through downtown Reno, carnival rides and other entertainment. M-Su through 6/23. Opens 6/14. $12 - $22. Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center, 1350 N. Wells Ave., (775) 329-3877, www.renorodeo.com.

ROCK ART TOUR: The Nevada Rock Art Foundation hosts its monthly guided tour of ancient petroglyphs. Third Sa of every month. Free. Grimes Point Petroglyph Trail, seven miles east of Fallon on the north side of Highway 50 in, (775) 323-6723, www.nevadarockart.org.

SILVER DOLLAR CLASSIC: The 13th annual event features classic cars and bikes, show and shines, cruises, live music and other entertainment at various venues in Carson City. F-Su through 8/5. Opens 8/3. Locations vary, (775) 687-7410, www.silverdollarcar.com.

SPARKS HOMETOWNE MARKET: Nevada’s oldest certified farmers market features cooking demonstrations, live entertainment and more than 100 booths offering produce grown by farmers in Northern Nevada and Northern California as well as arts and crafts, specialty foods and items for the home and garden. Th, 4-9pm through 8/2. Opens 6/14; Th, 4-9pm through 8/23. Opens 8/16. Free. Victorian Square, downtown Sparks, along Victorian Avenue in Sparks, (775) 353-2291.

STAR SPANGLED SPARKS: The city of Sparks starts off Fourth of July festivities with a pancake breakfast, tethered hot air balloon rides, the Model Dairy Milk Carton Regatta, Sparks Idol Competition and other family-oriented entertainment. W, 7/4, 6am-3pm. Free. Sparks Marina Park, 300 Howard Drive in Sparks, (775) 358-1976.

STAR SPANGLED SPARKS FIREWORKS: The city of Sparks’ day-long Fourth of July celebration culminates with a fireworks show, which launches from the rooftop of John Ascuaga’s Nugget hotel-casino. W, 7/4, 9pm. Free. Victorian Square, downtown Sparks, along Victorian Avenue in Sparks, (775) 356-3300.

VALHALLA ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL: The annual festival includes theater performances, concerts, movie screenings and other activities for the whole family. M-Su through 9/2. Opens 6/13. Tallac Historic Site, 2 miles past the intersection of Highway 50 and Highway 89 in South Lake Tahoe, (888) 632-5859, www.valhallatahoe.com.

WHITEWATER RAFT AND MUSIC FESTIVAL: Angel Kiss Foundation’s third annual fundraiser includes a 2 1/2-mile long river race in seven different categories, the Garden of Hope flower garden, featuring 500 handmade flowers, and music by Sol’Jibe, The 88s and Burning Peace. Sa, 6/23, 9am. $30 entry fee for rafters, free for spectators. Wingfield Park, First Street and Arlington Avenue, (775) 323-7721, www.angelkissfoundation.org.

WOODEN BOAT WEEK AND CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE: The 34th annual event celebrates Lake Tahoe’s maritime heritage with vintage boat displays, parties and regatta. M-Su through 8/15. Opens 8/9. Locations vary, (530) 581-4700, www.tahoeyc.com.

All ages

ANIMAL ARK: The wildlife sanctuary features bears, tigers, wolves, birds of prey and other animals that can no longer live in the wild; the center also hosts interactive and educational events throughout the season. Tu-Su, 10am-4pm through 10/31. $5-$7, free for kids ages 2 and younger. Animal Ark, 1265 Deerlodge Road off Red Rock Road, (775) 970-3111, www.animalark.org.

PADDLE, PEDAL, PATTER KIDS’ TRIATHLON: Kids ages 12 and younger learn about the triathlon by participating in sporting events such as kayaking, swimming, biking and running. Sa, 7/28, 9am. Sparks Marina Park, 300 Howard Drive in Sparks, (775) 353-2385.

Art

CLASSROOM GALLERY, OATS PARK ART CENTER: Featured Attractions, Patrick Kikut’s paintings, drawings and works on paper are on display. M-Su through 7/15. Free. 151 E. Park St in Fallon, (775) 423-1440.

CLAYNICHOLS: Printmaking exhibit, Carol Brown displays her Japanese-style woodcut prints. M-Sa through 6/30. Free. 106 California Ave., (775) 324-0505, www.claynichols.com.

E.L. WIEGAND GALLERY, OATS PARK ART CENTER: Off the Wall, Los Tres Amigos, Fred Reid’s large-scale ceramic works are on view. M-Su through 7/15. Free. 151 E. Park St. in Fallon, (775) 423-1440.

JOHN BEN SNOW MEMORIAL TRUST ART GALLERY: Paintings and Monotypes, Works by oil painter Katharine Boyd are on display. M-F through 7/13. Free. 15650A Wedge Parkway inside South Valleys Library, (775) 329-2787.

NORTHWEST RENO LIBRARY: Habanero Meets Lake Tahoe, Sharri Lou Casey’s show captures her childhood memories of summertime visits to Lake Tahoe to escape the heat of the Sacramento Valley. Tu-F through 7/30. Free. 2325 Robb Drive, (775) 787-4100.

RENO CITY HALL: Fictional Reality and Radical Sanity: A Girl in Progress, Eugenia Mancini Horan exhibits her paintings and an untitled series of black-and-white self-photography. M-F through 7/27. Opens 6/4. Free. 1 E. First St., (775) 334-2099.

SHEPPARD FINE ARTS GALLERY, CHURCH FINE ARTS BUILDING, UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO: Sheppard in Sheppard, The western-themed oil and watercolor paintings of Craig Sheppard are on view. M-F, 9am-5pm through 8/3. Opens 7/9. Free. 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-6658.

SIERRA ARTS: Plantinum and Palladium Prints, 2003-2007, Irwin J. Sorkin’s exhibits his photography. M-F through 7/28. Opens 6/4. Free. 17 S. Virginia St. Ste. 120, (775) 329-2787, www.sierra-arts.org.

STREMMEL GALLERY: John Mason Art Exhibit, Works by the contemporary artists are on display. M-Sa through 7/31. Opens 7/1. 1400 S. Virginia St., (775) 786-0558, www.stremmelgallery.com.

Museums

NATIONAL AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM (THE HARRAH COLLECTION): Batmobile Exhibit, See the original Batmobile from the 1960s TV show Batman. M-Su through 7/31. $7-$9, free for ages 5 and younger.Convertibles of the 1950s, Cars from the private collection of Wayne and Alzina Davis are on display, including a 1950 Mercury OCM Convertible 76, a 1953 Chevrolet 2434 Bel Air 1067D Convertible and a 1955 Ford U5 Sunliner 76B Fairlane Convertible. M-Sa through 10/15. $3-$9, free for ages 5 and younger. 10 S. Lake St., (775) 333-9300, www.automuseum.org.

NEVADA HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Central Pacific Railroad & The Comstock, This exhibition highlights Nevada’s first railroad and illustrates how the discovery of the Comstock Lode in 1859 defined the route of the Central Pacific Railroad. M-Sa, 10am-5pm through 12/14. $2-$3, free admission for kids ages 16 and younger. 1650 N. Virginia St., (775) 688-1190.

NEVADA MUSEUM OF ART: Inge Morath: Road to Reno, This exhibition features images and journal accounts that tell the story of the photographer’s travels and experiences behind the scenes of the 1961 film The Misfits, which was filmed in and around Reno. Tu-Su through 7/15. $8-$10.Points of View: Reno Newcomers Photo Club, This collection of images celebrates the people and places that have captured the imagination of local photographers—both during their travels and here at home. Tu-Su through 7/15. Opens 6/16. $1-$10.Black Maps, This exhibit features David Maisel’s large-scale aerial photographs which were taken from his three recent series The Lake Project, Terminal Mirage and Oblivion. Tu-Su through 7/29. $1-$10.So-Called Laws of Nature, Takako Yamaguchi’s enigmatic environmental landscape paintings are on display. Tu-Su through 8/12. $1-$10.Crucifixion: Irving Norman, Nevada Museum of Art presents one of Norman’s largest paintings, a work that measures 27 feet tall by 8 feet wide, that he created to address the phenomena of a god-like man with universal compassion and love for the majority of the world’s persecuted. Tu-Su through 10/14. $1-$10.Deborah Butterfield: Horses, Fourteen of the Montana sculptor’s larger-than-life sculptures of the horse are on view. Tu-Su through 9/23. Opens 6/16. $1-$10.Our Second Date: Jennifer and Kevin McCoy, The art of this husband-and-wife team combines new media with a miniature sculptural installation to nostalgically recall a past visit—their second date—to a screening of the film Weekend, by French filmmaker Jean-Luc Goddard. Tu-Su through 7/8. $8-$10.A Tribe of Artists: Costumes and Culture, This exhibit features 25 life-sized photographs by Geoffrey Nelson and six mannequins that document the unique and colorful costumes worn by participants of the annual Burning Man festival. Tu-Su through 11/11. Opens 7/14. $1-$10.A Fragile Presence: The Local Landmark Paintings of Roy Powers, Powers’ oil paintings nostalgically recall a bygone era and remind us that there are, in fact, many noteworthy structures whose existence continues to hang in fragile balance. Images of local landmarks include Louis’ Basque Corner, the Coney Island Bar and the Santa Fe Hotel. Tu-Su through 10/21. Opens 7/21. $1-$10.Fifty Years of Faces, In honor of the Portrait Society of Reno’s 50th anniversary, the NMA presents a selection of paintings by group members. Tu-Su through 8/19. Opens 7/21. $1-$10.Salt Dreams: Reflections from the Downstream West, This exhibit features photographs by Joan Myers and examines the complex environmental history of the Salton Sea, the largest lake in California. Tu-Su through 12/9. Opens 8/18. $1-$10.The Purest Form of Expression: Ann Paxton, This exhibition highlights a selection of paintings inspired by the landscapes and environments Paxton most enjoys. Tu-Su through 9/23. Opens 8/25. $1-$10. 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333, www.nevadaart.org.

NEVADA STATE MUSEUM: Interwoven: Visions of the Great Basin Basketmakers, The Great Basin Basketweavers guild celebrate its 20th anniversary with this exhibit featuring contemporary and traditional basketry. M-Su through 8/5. $3-$5, free for ages 17 and younger. 600 N. Carson St. in Carson City, (775) 687-4810.

Music

311: 311 performs. Sa, 8/25, 9pm. $35. MontBleu Resort, 55 Highway 50 in Stateline, (800) 648-3353.

4TH ANNUAL JAZZ & BEYOND: The festival features a beer tasting, street vendors, dancing, late-night jam sessions and 30 musical acts, including headlining acts Cherry Poppin’ Daddies, Yellowjackets, Maria Muldaur and Sol’Jibe. F-Su through 8/19. Opens 8/17. Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St. in Carson City, (775) 883-1976.

ARGENTA AND FRIENDS SUMMER CONCERTS: The faculty chamber music ensemble performs with a few of their friends from the music community. Tu, Th, Sa, 7:30pm through 7/14. Opens 7/10. $5-$24. Nightingale Concert Hall, Church Fine Arts Building, University of Nevada, Reno, 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4652, www.summersession.unr.edu.

ASYLUM STREET SPANKERS: Asylum Street Spankers perform. M, Tu, 9pm through 7/24. Opens 7/23. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

THE BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA: The soul group performs with guest David Lindley. Sa, 9/1, 8pm. $45, $50. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 833-6333.

BLUE TURTLE SEDUCTION: The jam band performs. Th, 7/19, 9pm. $10 advance. River Ranch Restaurant and Lodge, 2285 River Rd in Tahoe City, (530) 583-2801, www.renegadeshows.com.

BRUCE COCKBURN WITH RON SEXSMITH: The singer-songwriters perform. Th, 8/16, 8pm. $39.50, $44.50. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 892-36500, www.1moe.com.

CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVISITED: Creedence Clearwater Revisited performs. Sa, 7/7, 9pm. $50. MontBleu Resort, 55 Highway 50 in Stateline, (800) 648-3353.

THE DAVID GRISMAN QUINTET: The bluegrass group performs. F, 6/22, 8pm. $35, $40. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 833-6333.

DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND: The New Orleans jazz group performs. M, 7/2, 9pm. $15. River Ranch Restaurant and Lodge, 2285 River Rd in Tahoe City, (530) 583-2801, www.renegadeshows.com.

DJ DAN: DJ Dan performs. Sa, 7/21, midnight. $15, $20. MontBleu Resort, 55 Highway 50 in Stateline, (800) 648-3353.

E.O.T.O. FEATURING MICHAEL TRAVIS AND JASON HANN: E.O.T.O. featuring Michael Travis and Jason Hann performs. Tu, 7/17, 10pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

ERIC JERARDI BAND: Eric Jerardi Band performs. W, 7/18, 9pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

ERIC MCFADDEN TRIO: Eric McFadden Trio performs. W, 7/11, 10pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

AN EVENING WITH LOS LOBOS: The Latin rock band performs. F, 7/20, 8pm. $50, $60. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 823-6500, www.1moe.com.

AN EVENING WITH THE RAMSEY LEWIS TRIO: The jazz trio performs. Sa, 8/18, 8pm. $50, $60. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 823-6500, www.1moe.com.

FEMI KUTI AND THE POSITIVE FORCE: The Afrobeat group performs with guest The Reggae Cowboys. Su, 7/22, 5-10pm. $TBA. Salty Gebhardt Amphitheater, Truckee River Regional Park, 10500 Brockway Road in Truckee, (530) 583-2801, www.renegadeshows.com.

FOOD FOR THE SOUL WORLD MUSIC SERIES: The concert series continues with the Brazilian music of Sambaguru featuring Katia Moraes. W, 7/11, 7pm. $5 or five cans of food. Wingfield Park Amphitheater, First Street and Arlington Avenue, (775) 331-3663, www.fbnn.org.

FOOD FOR THE SOUL WORLD MUSIC SERIES: The Reno Jazz Orchestra’s Tribute to America kicks off the concert series, which benefits the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. W, 7/4, 1:30-4pm. $5 or five cans of food. Wingfield Park Amphitheater, First Street and Arlington Avenue, (775) 331-3663, www.fbnn.org.

FOOD FOR THE SOUL WORLD MUSIC SERIES: The world music series concludes with the klezmer music of The Kosher Red Hots. W, 7/25, 7pm. $5 or five cans of food. Wingfield Park Amphitheater, First Street and Arlington Avenue, (775) 331-3663, www.fbnn.org.

FOOD FOR THE SOUL WORLD MUSIC SERIES: The concert series continues with Northern Italy’s Fiamma Fumana, who mixes traditional musical instruments with electronic dance music. W, 7/18, 7pm. $5 or five cans of food. Wingfield Park Amphitheater, First Street and Arlington Avenue, (775) 331-3663, www.fbnn.org.

G. LOVE & SPECIAL SAUCE WITH SLIGHTLY STOOPID: Su, 8/12, 8pm. $30. Jim Kelley’s Tahoe Nugget, 20 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 831-0455.

GARY U.S. BONDS: Gary U.S. Bonds performs. Sa, 6/23, 9pm. $20, $23. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

GIPSY KINGS: Gipsy Kings perform. Su, 8/26, 8pm. $85.80 - US $107.80. Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. Second St., (775) 789-2285.

GUY FORSYTH BAND: Guy Forsyth Band performs. W, 7/4, 9pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

GWEN STEFANI WITH LADY SOVEREIGN: Gwen Stefani and Lady Sovereign perform. F, 6/29, 8pm. $79.50-$99.50. Reno Events Center, 400 N. Center St., (775) 335-8800.

HAWTHORNE HEIGHTS WITH FROM FIRST TO LAST AND OTHER BANDS: F, 6/29, 6:30pm. $20. New Oasis, 2100 Victorian Ave. in Sparks, (775) 359-4020.

HELLBOUND GLORY: Hellbound Glory performs. Sa, 7/7, 10pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

HIGH SIERRA MUSIC FESTIVAL: The 17th annual music festival features performances by Page McConnell, Yonder Mountain String Band, Leftover Salmon, the Disco Biscuits, Drive-By Truckers, Les Claypool, Galactic, Del McCoury Band, Soulive, Xavier Rudd, Chris Thile and many other acts. Th-Su through 7/8. Opens 7/5. $45-$167, free for ages 5 and younger. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds, 204 Fairground Road in Quincy, (866) 468-3399, www.highsierramusic.com.

INDIA.ARIE: India.Arie performs. Sa, 8/18, 9pm. $40, $55. MontBleu Resort, 55 Highway 50 in Stateline, (800) 648-3353.

INDIGO GIRLS: The Indigo Girls perform. Sa, 7/7, 8pm. Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. in Sparks, (775) 356-3300.

JANIVA MAGNESS: Janiva Magness performs. Th, 7/26, 9pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

JOAN OSBOURNE: Joan Osbourne performs. Sa, 7/21, 8pm. $45. Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. in Sparks, (775) 356-3300.

JOSHUA FEST: MXPX, Thousand Foot Krutch, Superchick, Leeland, Project 86, Seventh Day Slumber, Falling Up, Red, Family Force 5, John Reuben, Everyday Sunday, Dizmas, the Dakoda Motor Co., Manafest, Run Kid Run, The Fold, and Redcloud and other acts perform at the Christian music festival. F-Su through 9/2. Opens 8/31. $20-$65. Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds, 204 Fairground Road in Quincy, (530) 283-6272, www.joshuafest.com.

LAKE TAHOE MUSIC FESTIVAL: David Benoit, Kenny Loggins, David Sanborn, Craig Chaquico, Franc D’Ambrosio, Frederica von Stade, Axel Strauss and the Festival Orchestra with maestro Timm Rolek and perform during the 25th annual music festival. M, Tu, Th, Sa through 8/4. Opens 7/21. $15-$50. Locations vary, (530) 583-3101, www.tahoemusic.org.

LAMB OF GOD WITH HATEBREED, BEHEMOTH AND 3 INCHES OF BLOOD: M, 7/16, 7:15pm. $TBA. New Oasis, 2100 Victorian Ave. in Sparks, (775) 359-4020.

LEANN RIMES: Leann Rimes performs. Su, 7/29, 8pm. $44.00-$77.00. Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. Second St., (775) 789-2285.

LEON RUSSELL: Leon Russell performs. F, 6/29, 9pm. $22, $25. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

LIL’ BRYAN & THE ZYDECO TRAVELERS: Lil’ Bryan & The Zydeco Travelers perform. W, Th, 9pm through 6/28. Opens 6/27. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

LYLE LOVETT & HIS LARGE BAND: Lyle Lovett & His Large Band perform. Tu, 7/17, 8pm. $79. Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. in Sparks, (775) 356-3300.

MADELEINE PEYROUX: The jazz singer performs with guest Marie Knight. F, 8/24, 8pm. $49.50, 54.50. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 823-6500, www.1moe.com.

THE MAN IN BLACK: A TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY CASH: Shawn Barker presents The Man In Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash. Th, F, 8pm through 6/29. Opens 6/28. $25. Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. in Sparks, (775) 356-3300.

MARCO ANTONIO SOLIS: Marco Antonio Solis performs. F, 6/22, 8pm. $55-$115. Reno Events Center, 400 N. Center St., (775) 335-8800.

MELVIN SEALS AND JGB BAND: The groove rock band performs the music of Jerry Garcia. Th, 8/23, 9pm. $20 advance. River Ranch Restaurant and Lodge, 2285 River Rd in Tahoe City, (530) 583-2801, www.renegadeshows.com.

MICHAEL BUBLE: Michael Buble performs. Th, 7/12, 8pm. $59-$95. Reno Events Center, 400 N. Center St., (775) 335-8800.

MICHAEL MARTIN MURPHEY: The country singer performs. Su, 8/26, 8pm. $39.50, $44.50. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 823-6500, www.1moe.com.

MONTE MONTGOMERY WITH STEPHEN BRUTON BAND: Monte Montgomery and the Stephen Bruton Band perform. Sa, 7/21, 9pm. $15, $17. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

THE MOTHER HIPS: The Mother Hips perform. Sa, 7/14, 9pm. $15, $17. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

NEW MONSOON: The jam band performs. Th, 8/9, 9pm. $15. River Ranch Restaurant and Lodge, 2285 River Rd in Tahoe City, (530) 583-2801, www.renegadeshows.com.

OTTMAR LEIBERT: Ottmar Leibert performs. F, Sa, 8pm through 6/23. Opens 6/22. $32. Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. in Sparks, (775) 356-3300.

PATRICE PIKE & THE BLACK BOX REBELLION: Patrice Pike & The Black Box Rebellion perform. F, 7/6, 10pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

PAUL RISHELL & ANNIE RAINES: Paul Rishell & Annie Raines perform. W, 8/8, 9pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

POETRY, PEACE AND MUSIC: Lee Dazey, Kim Elise and Chris Good host this open mic program open to various forms of performance focusing on a theme of peace. Third and First F of every month, 6:30pm. Free. Dreamer’s Coffeehouse & Deli, 17 S. Virginia St., (775) 843-8026.

RAINMAKER: Rainmaker performs. Sa, 7/7, 10pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

REGGAE IN THE PARK: Ziggy Marley, Dub Conscious, Midnite and other reggae and world music acts perform during this two-day festival. F, 8/3, 6-10pm; Sa, 8/4, 5-10pm. $20-25 advance. Salty Gebhardt Amphitheater, Truckee River Regional Park, 10500 Brockway Road in Truckee, (530) 583-2801, www.renegadeshows.com.

RENO-TAHOE BLUES FESTIVAL: Patti LaBelle, The O’Jays, Keb’Mo, Robert Cray, Tommy Castro and other blues and R&B acts perform during this two-day festival. Sa, Su, noon through 8/19. Opens 8/18. $55-$200. Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595 N. Sierra St., (775) 857-3378, www.renotahoebluesfest.com.

REO SPEEDWAGON: Su, 8/12, 8pm. $38.50 - US $71.50. Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. Second St., (775) 789-2285.

RISE AGAINST WITH SILVERSTEIN, COMEBACK KID AND HOLY ROMAN EMPIRE: F, 7/27, 8pm. $24. New Oasis, 2100 Victorian Ave. in Sparks, (775) 359-4020.

ROBERT EARL KEEN JR.: The singer-songwriter performs with opening act Toni Price. Sa, 6/30, 8pm. $45. $50. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 823-6500, www.1moe.com.

ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER: The Reggae Cowboys and the Mark Sexton Band perform as part of RN&R summer concert series. F, 7/20, 5-9pm. Free. Wingfield Park Amphitheater, First Street and Arlington Avenue, (775) 324-4440.

ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER: Kate Cotter performs as part of RN&R’s summer concert series. F, 6/22, 5-9pm. Free. Wingfield Park Amphitheater, First Street and Arlington Avenue, (775) 324-4440.

ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER: Sarah Borges and the Broken Singles perform as part of RN&R summer concert series. F, 7/13, 5-9pm. Free. Wingfield Park Amphitheater, First Street and Arlington Avenue, (775) 324-4440.

ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER: Sol’Jibe performs as part of RN&R’s summer concert series. F, 7/6, 5-9pm. Free. Wingfield Park Amphitheater, First Street and Arlington Avenue, (775) 324-4440.

ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER: Booker T. Jones and the Boogie Monsters close RN&R’s summer concert series. F, 7/27, 5-9pm. Free. Wingfield Park Amphitheater, First Street and Arlington Avenue, (775) 324-4440.

ROLLIN’ ON THE RIVER: Guitar Woody and Michelle Lundeen perform as part of RN&R’s summer concert series. F, 6/29, 5-9pm. Free. Wingfield Park Amphitheater, First Street and Arlington Avenue, (775) 324-4440.

ROSANNE CASH: Roseanne Cash performs. F, 7/27, 8pm. $60. Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. in Sparks, (775) 356-3300.

THE SADDLE TRAMPS: The Saddle Tramps perform. F, 6/22, 10pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

SCISSORS FOR LEFTY: Scissors For Lefty performs. Tu, 6/26, 10pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

SIERRA LEONE’S REFUGEE ALL STARS: The group performs a spirited and infectious fusion of traditional West African music, roots reggae and rhythmic traditional folk. Sa, 8/4, 8pm. $39.50, $44.50. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 823-6500, www.1moe.com.

STEVE WINWOOD: Steve Winwood performs. F, 7/6, 8pm. $38.50-$71.50. Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. Second St., (775) 789-2285.

STYMIE & THE PIMP JONES LUV ORCHESTRA: Stymie & The Pimp Jones Luv Orchestra perform. Sa, 6/30, 10pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

THAT 1 GUY: That 1 Guy performs. Th, 7/12, 10pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

TINSLEY ELLIS: Tinsley Ellis performs. M, Tu, 9pm through 7/31. Opens 7/30. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

TRAMPLED BY TURTLES: Trampled by Turtles perform. Th, 8/2, 10pm. no cover. Crystal Bay Club, 14 Highway 28 in Crystal Bay, (775) 833-6333.

TRUCKEE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: Hot Buttered Rum and other bluegrass and Americana acts perform. Sa, 8/18, 4-10pm. $20. Salty Gebhardt Amphitheater, Truckee River Regional Park, 10500 Brockway Road in Truckee, (530) 583-2801, www.renegadeshows.com.

VNV NATION: W, 6/27, 8pm. $18, $22. New Oasis, 2100 Victorian Ave. in Sparks, (775) 359-4020.

WATERMELON WEDNESDAY CONCERTS ON THE QUAD: The Reno Municipal Band present a program of Disney tunes as part of the summer concert series. W, 8/1, 6-8pm. Free. University of Nevada, Reno Quad, 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4652, www.summersession.unr.edu.

WATERMELON WEDNESDAY CONCERTS ON THE QUAD: Bring blanket or a low-back chair and enjoy watermelon and live music by Sol’Jibe. W, 7/11, 6-8pm. Free. University of Nevada, Reno Quad, 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4652, www.summersession.unr.edu.

WATERMELON WEDNESDAY CONCERTS ON THE QUAD: Bring a blanket or low-back chair and enjoy watermelon and the music of Brant. W, 8/8, 6-8pm. Free. University of Nevada, Reno Quad, 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4652, www.summersession.unr.edu.

WATERMELON WEDNESDAY CONCERTS ON THE QUAD: The Reno Municipal Band presents a program swing music as part of the summer concert series. W, 7/25, 6-8pm. Free. University of Nevada, Reno Quad, 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4652, www.summersession.unr.edu.

WATERMELON WEDNESDAY CONCERTS ON THE QUAD: Guitar Woody and the Boilers close the summer concert series. W, 8/15, 6-8pm. Free. University of Nevada, Reno Quad, 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4652, www.summersession.unr.edu.

WATERMELON WEDNESDAY CONCERTS ON THE QUAD: The Reno Municipal Band and the MasterWorks Chorale present a program of John Philip Sousa music as part of the summer concert series. W, 7/18, 6-8pm. Free. University of Nevada, Reno Quad, 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4652, www.summersession.unr.edu.

Sports & fitness

ECSTATIC DANCE: Find your own dance from within and explore different motions, rhythms and patterns of movement in free-form dance F, 6:30-9pm. $15 drop-in. Tahoe Yoga & Wellness Center (Reno location), 1085 S. Virginia St., (775) 348-9642, www.tahoeyoga.com.

FAST-PACED CONDITIONING HIKE: Sierra Club Great Basin Group sponsors this weekly outing designed to get you in shape for summer day hikes. W, 5:30-7pm. Free. Call for location, (775) 331-7488.

MOONLIGHT RUN AT THE MARINA: Choose from a 2-mile walk, a 2-mile run or a 5K run. Sa, 6/30, 9pm. Sparks Marina Park, 300 Howard Drive in Sparks, (775) 353-7898.

RENO-TAHOE OPEN: PGA players compete for a $3 million purse. M-Su through 8/5. Opens 7/30. $15-$20 grounds ticket. Montreux Golf & Country Club, 16475 Bordeaux Drive, (775) 322-3900, www.renotahoeopen.com.

TUESDAY NIGHT CONDITIONING HIKES: Sierra Club Great Basin Group sponsors weekly slow-paced conditioning hikes in the foothills of the Reno-Sparks area. Tu, 5:30-7pm. Free. Call for location, (775) 851-3043.

Onstage

THE BIRTHDAY PARTY: Bruka presents Harold Pinter’s “comedy of menace.” Th-Sa, 8pm through 7/28. Opens 7/6; Su, 7/22, 2pm. $14-$20. Brüka Theatre, 99 N. Virginia St., (775) 323-3221, www.bruka.org.

DOG MUSIC: Truckee Meadows Community College Performing Arts presents this touching musical for the family about four dogs abandoned at the pound. F, Sa, 7:30pm through 7/21. Opens 7/13; Su, 2pm through 7/22. Opens 7/15; M, 7/23, 7pm. $5-$12, free admission for July 23 performance. TMCC/Nell J. Redfield Foundation Performing Arts Center, 505 Keystone Ave., (775) 789-5672, www.tmcc.edu.

EARLY ONE EVENING AT THE RAINBOW BAR AND GRILL: Reno Little Theater presents Bruce Graham’s comedy-fantasy about a bartender who is offered immortality if he writes a new Bible and gets it right this time. F, Sa, 8pm through 6/30. Opens 6/15; Su, 2pm through 7/1. Opens 6/17. $8-$12. Hug High School Theater, 2880 Sutro St., (775) 329-0661, www.renolittletheater.org.

GODSPELL: Nevada Repertory Company and the Reno Little Theater presents John-Michael Tebelak and Stephen Schwartz’s rock musical based on the Gospel According to Matthew. W-Sa, 7:30pm through 7/14. Opens 7/6; Sa, 7/7, 1:30pm. $15-$20. Redfield Proscenium Theatre, Church Fine Arts Building, University of Nevada, Reno, 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4278.

THE GOLDEN SCREW: Tom Sankey’s humorous, earthy and unique musical follows the path of a folk singer’s rise to the top of the music business. Th-Sa, 8pm through 6/30. Opens 6/9; Su, 6/24, 2pm. $14-$20. Bruka Theatre, 99 N. Virginia St., (775) 323-3221, www.bruka.org.

GREAT BASIN CHAUTAUQUA: “Exploring the Nature of Creativity” is the theme of this year’s event, which features portrayals of authors and composers such as John Steinbeck, J.S. Bach and Scott Joplin. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jane Smiley speaks on the opening night. M-Th, 6pm through 7/19. Opens 7/15. $15-$30. Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595 N. Sierra St., (775) 784-6587, www.nevadahumanities.org.

GREATER TUNA: Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival presents this comedy about life in a small Texas town. M, 7/16, 7:30pm; M, 7/23, 7:30pm; M, 7/30, 7:30pm; M, 8/6, 7:30pm; M, 8/13, 7:30pm. $14-$67 Su-th, $27-$72 F-Sa. Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park, 2005 Highway 28 in Incline Village, (800) 747-4697, www.laketahoeshakespeare.com.

GREATER TUNA: Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival kicks off its 35th season with this comedy about life in a small Texas town. Su, 7/8, 7:30pm. $14-$45. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (800) 747-4697, www.laketahoeshakespeare.com.

JOEY AND MARIA’S COMEDY ITALIAN WEDDING: Wild Horse Theater Company presents interactive dinner theater experience and where the people attending the play are active participants in the nuptials between Maria Angelina Cavatelli and Joseph Anthony Gnocchi. F, Sa, 7pm through 6/23. Opens 6/1; Su, 2:30pm through 6/24. Opens 6/10. $49.50. The Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, 801 S. Carson St. in Carson City, (775) 887-0438, www.wildhorsetheater.com.

REAL MAGIC: Mark Kalin and Jinger Leigh present their interactive magic show featuring pre-show sleight-of-hand entertainment by Jacques Simard. F, Sa, 7:30pm; Su, 3pm. $19.95-$25.95 for adults, $9.95-$15.95 for kids ages 12 and younger. Magic Underground at Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 S. Virginia St., (775) 324-6077, www.renomagic.com.

ROMEO & JULIET: The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival presents Shakespeare’s tragic tale of star-crossed lovers. F, 7/13, 7:30pm; Su, 7/15, 7:30pm; Tu, 7/17, 7:30pm; Th, 7/19, 7:30pm; Sa, 7/21, 7:30pm; W, 7/25, 7:30pm; F, 7/27, 7:30pm; Su, 7/29, 7:30pm; Tu, 7/31, 7:30pm; Th, 8/2, 7:30pm; Sa, 8/4, 7:30pm; W, 8/8, 7:30pm; F, 8/10, 7:30pm; Su, 8/12, 7:30pm; Tu, 8/14, 7:30pm; Th, 8/16, 7:30pm; Sa, 8/18, 7:30pm. $14-$67 Su-Th, $27-$72 F-Sa. Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park, 2005 Highway 28 in Incline Village, (800) 747-4697, www.laketahoeshakespeare.com.

SWEET & LOWDOWN: A GERSHWIN REVUE: A tribute to the Gershwin Brothers featuring George and Ira’s most beloved songs including “Embraceable You”, “I Got Rhythm” and “Someone to Watch Over Me.” Th, F, 8pm through 7/13. Opens 7/12. $25. Ascuaga’s Nugget, 1100 Nugget Ave. in Sparks, (775) 356-3300.

THE TAMING OF THE SHREW: Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival presents Shakespeare’s comedy about a gentleman’s determination to “tame” and marry the oldest and “shrewish” daughter of a wealthy merchant. Th, 7/12, 7:30pm; Sa, 7/14, 7:30pm; W, 7/18, 7:30pm; F, 7/20, 7:30pm; Su, 7/22, 7:30pm; Tu, 7/24, 7:30pm; Th, 7/26, 7:30pm; Sa, 7/28, 7:30pm; W, 8/1, 7:30pm; F, 8/3, 7:30pm; Su, 8/5, 7:30pm; Tu, 8/7, 7:30pm; Th, 8/9, 7:30pm; Sa, 8/11, 7:30pm; W, 8/15, 7:30pm; F, 8/17, 7:30pm; Su, 8/19, 7:30pm. $14-$67 Su-Th, $27-$72 F-Sa. Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park, 2005 Highway 28 in Incline Village, (800) 747-4697, www.laketahoeshakespeare.com.

Auditions

ACTORS NEEDED: Join Stagefright, an improv performance group. M-Su. All About Acting, 1845 Verano Drive in Sparks, (775) 355-3291, www.allaboutacting.com.

Classes

ACTING CLASSES: All About Acting offers adult acting classes of all levels. M-Su. All About Acting, 1845 Verano Drive in Sparks, (775) 355-3291, www.allaboutacting.com.

BALLET BODY: Improve balance, posture, strength and flexibility using three dance conditioning methods: ballet exercises, pilates and active stretching. M, 7:30pm. Free. ACHIEVE Fitness, 600 S. Center St, (775) 323-2101, www.achievefitness.us.

CARDIO BLAST: Get 45 minutes of continuous fat blasting. W, 5:30pm through 6/27. Opens 6/6. Free. ACHIEVE Fitness, 600 S. Center St, (775) 323-2101, www.achievefitness.us.

COUPLES PRENATAL YOGA: Expecting couples can learn breathing, relaxation and massage techniques to use during labor. Every other F, 5:45-7:15pm. $25 per couple per class. Yoga Loka, 6135 Lakeside Drive #121, (775) 337-2990, www.yogalokaereno.com.

HOT GLASS BLOWING WORKSHOPS: Jacob Carlson Art Glass offers a series of hot glass blowing worshops taught by visiting master glass artist Ed Broadfield. Tu-Sa through 7/14. Opens 7/3; Th-Sa through 7/21. Opens 7/19. Call for details. Jacob Carlson Art Glass, 100 Railroad Ave. in Loyalton, (530) 993-4969, www.jacobcarlsonglass.com.

LIGHT SESSIONS: These sessions start with a short meditation followed by a discourse on the process of spiritual awakening. There will be a question and answer period ending with a joining together in a light circle. Every other Th, 7pm through 6/28. Opens 6/14. Free. Everlasting Health Center, 1515 S. Virginia St., (707) 703-9258.

WATERCOLOR WEDNESDAYS: Jan Foss teaches a series of watercolor classes. W, 10am-4pm through 8/29. Opens 6/6. $50. Jan Foss Studio, 120 Country Club Drive #21 in Incline Village, (775) 833-1144, www.watercolorsbyjanfoss.com.

WRITING ON THE WAVES OF MEDITATION: Shirley Airhart teaches this course of guided meditation and journal writing. Tu, 7-8:30pm. Free. The Spiritual Element, 501 Casazza Drive, (775) 842-1433, www.shirleyairhart.com.

Community

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: Breast cancer survivors are present to answer your questions and to support your needs at the On With Life breast cancer support group, which also covers the latest research on breast cancer and related topics. Tu, 4:30-6pm. Free. Saint Mary’s Center for Health, 645 N. Arlington Ave. 120, (775) 770-6038 or (775) 722-1222.

COOP GROUP: Group participants deal with issues of aging and exchange life experiences and events according to the book Growing Old Disgracefully by Hen Co-Op and Marianne Gontarz. M, 7/2, 12-1:30pm; M, 7/16, 12-1:30pm. $25. ElderCollege, Warren Nelson Building, 401 W. Second St. Suite 235, (775) 784-4046, www.eldercollege.unr.edu.

DEAF SOCIAL GROUP: A social group for the hearing impaired meets monthly. Third W of every month, 6:30pm. Free. Starbucks, 2835 N McCarran Blvd. #103 in Sparks, (775) 331-8551.

DEPRESSION BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE: The Reno chapter of the national DBSA meets. Fourth Th of every month, 7-8:30pm. Renown Health Boardroom, 1495 Mill St., (775) 835-6410.

HEALING CLINICS: The Church of Inner Light holds ongoing healing clinics. Su, 1-2pm; W, 5-6:30pm. The Church of Inner Light, 20 Hillcrest Drive, (775) 324-2872.

LA LECHE LEAGUE: Women who are interested in learning to breast feed are encouraged to attend La Leche League meetings. First W of every month, 6pm. Free. Sun Valley Neighborhood Center, 115 W. Sixth St. in Sun Valley, (775) 971-3632.

LA LECHE LEAGUE: Women who are interested in learning to breast feed are encouraged to attend La Leche League meetings. Third W of every month, 10am. Free. First Congregational Church, 627 Sunnyside Drive, 971-3632.

LAWYER IN THE LIBRARY: The Volunteer Lawyers of Washoe County presents its Lawyer in the Library program, where lawyers provide limited and general guidance on a variety of legal topics. W, 5-7pm. Free. Washoe County Law Library, 75 Court St. Inside Washoe County Courthouse, (775) 328-3250, www.washoecounty.us/lawlib.

REAL ESTATE INVESTORS CLUB: The Reno Real Estate Investors Club’s monthly meetings includes guest speakers and networking. First Tu of every month, 6-8pm. $5 optional donation. Reno Board of Realtors Building, 5650 Riggins Court, (775) 815-1692, www.renorealestateinvestorsclub.com.

RENO ACTIVE 20-30 CLUB: This social club is open to men and women between the ages of 20 and 39. Second Tu of every month. Call for location, renoactive2030.com.

RENO-SPARKS MINGLING SINGLES: This group for all professional and retired singles meets for drinks, dinner, dancing and conversation. F, 5:30-9pm. Free. Amelia’s Restaurant & Flightline Bar, 655 S. Rock Blvd., (775) 746-4904.

VETERANS GROUP: The American Legion Post 30 and the Auxiliary meets. Second W of every month, 7pm. Call for location, (775) 972-4776.