Issue: December 21, 2006

-
Winter guide
Can you believe it? It’s winter already. Where the hell’s the snow?
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Text message
A new children’s Nevada history book is a big leap forward—and a couple of steps back.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
-
-
We mean it: Merry Christmas
Yeah, it’s the holiday season. Let’s just get along for a minute, OK?
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Life and how to live it
Think about what your’e doing. Spay or neuter your pet.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Letters for December 21, 2006
Love, hate, or indifference—readers express their opinions—sometimes about each other.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Miracle whipped
Through the jaded eyes of adulthood, Miracle on 34th Street is finally seen for what it is: downright evil.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
-
The best laid plans go up in smoke
OK, we passed an anti-smoking law. Now what?
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Making book
In a technological age, bookmaker and calligrapher Carol Pallesen is trying to keep the written word alive.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Write under the gun
Local authors took on the NaNoWriMo challenge: Write a 50,000 word novel in 30 days.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
-
Santa center stage
So it may be a stretch, but with Reno as the stage and hundreds of Santa’s as characters, the Reno Santa Pub Crawl was undeniably theatrical.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Technical knockout
Rocky Balboa gets back to basics and winds up being the best Rocky flick since the original.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
-
-
-
-
Into the mythic
Of Minotaurs and vampires, indie art-rockers Letters from the Earth tell stories without words.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Satisfaction
Not only are the quantities at Good and Looney Bar-B-Que sized for people who like to win eating contests, but the food’s also terrific.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Winter guide
Can you believe it? It’s winter already. Where the hell’s the snow?
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Mr. Manners guide to pow-day etiquette
If there’s one thing worse than missing a pow-day, it’s … forget it, there’s nothing worse.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
-
-
High-altitude libations
Looking for a hot cocktail after a cool day? Check out these resort libations.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
On, off or around the beaten path
Snowshoeing can be a brisk (and inexpensive) way to stay in shape all winter long.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
The future is now
Rooting through the good, the bad and the incredible of research and developments new ideas for the slopes.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Start your engines
Sure the silence and beauty of the Sierra are what make winter great. But have you ever been on an ATV or snowmobile?
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Heads, hands and eyes
When you are preparing your winter closet, don’t forget the safety gear.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
The heart of darkness
Sunny days on the powder are great, but there’s nothing like the rush of riding in the dark.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Weekend getaway
It’s not big, but it’s good. Mount Shasta Ski Park is just hours away and features short lines and a friendly mountain.
This article was published on 12.21.06
-
Fashion follows function
At first glance, this year’s fashions are all about looks. But look closer.
This article was published on 12.21.06