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When: 8/6/2010 - 5:30 PM - Friday Clubs and Organizations
Where: West Street Plaza - 200 West First Street, Reno
A bike ride around Reno's streets en masse. In August, the ride ends at Wingfield Park for the Clips of Faith fest by New Belgium beer.
Where: West Street Plaza - 200 West First Street, Reno
A bike ride around Reno's streets en masse. In August, the ride ends at Wingfield Park for the Clips of Faith fest by New Belgium beer.
When: 8/6/2010 - 6:30 PM - Friday Arts and Culture
Where: Wingfield Park - First and Arlington Avenue, Reno
New Belgium Brewery held a Clips of Faith competition, and these are the winners, to be shown in a giant screen after dark in Wingfield Park. Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. All proceeds from beer benefits Reno Bike Project. Food is welcome, beer will be sold on site. Bring low-back chairs or blankets.
Where: Wingfield Park - First and Arlington Avenue, Reno
New Belgium Brewery held a Clips of Faith competition, and these are the winners, to be shown in a giant screen after dark in Wingfield Park. Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. All proceeds from beer benefits Reno Bike Project. Food is welcome, beer will be sold on site. Bring low-back chairs or blankets.
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775-334-2414 | 
Free! |
775-334-2414 | Free! | When: 8/6/2010 - 8:00 PM - Friday Special Events
Where: Rainshadow Community Charter High School - 121 Vesta Street, Reno
There's nothing finer than improvised police drama (Reno 911 ring a bell?) Come laugh your ass off with this great improve group.
Where: Rainshadow Community Charter High School - 121 Vesta Street, Reno
There's nothing finer than improvised police drama (Reno 911 ring a bell?) Come laugh your ass off with this great improve group.
| 775-322-5566 | $12, $8 students (includes feature comedy afterward) |
775-322-5566 | $12, $8 students (includes feature comedy afterward) | When: 8/6/2010 - 8/7/2010 - 8:00 PM - Friday & Saturday Nightclubs and Casinos
Where: Jub Jub's Thirst Parlor - 71 South Wells Avenue, Reno
Jub Jub's Thirst Parlor, a bar with Burning Man roots, finds a permanent watering hole at 71 South Wells Avenue.
Where: Jub Jub's Thirst Parlor - 71 South Wells Avenue, Reno
Jub Jub's Thirst Parlor, a bar with Burning Man roots, finds a permanent watering hole at 71 South Wells Avenue.
When: 8/6/2010 - 8:00 PM - Friday Concerts
Where: Silver Legacy - 407 North Virginia Street, Reno
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Vocal Group Hall of Fame inductees the O’Jays are timeless! It’s not unusual to have three generations at their concerts…the kids, the moms and dads, and the grandparents, that kind popularity among generations is rare in music today. The O’Jays have a body of work that includes over 60 albums, 24 Top Ten smashes and 59 total charted songs. They continue to perform incredibly energetic and dynamic live shows with their Olympian vocals. After 40+ years making such international hits as "Back Stabbers," "For The Love Of Money," "Darlin' Darli' Baby," "Love Train," "I Love Music," The O'Jays are light years away from easing up on the gas.
Where: Silver Legacy - 407 North Virginia Street, Reno
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Vocal Group Hall of Fame inductees the O’Jays are timeless! It’s not unusual to have three generations at their concerts…the kids, the moms and dads, and the grandparents, that kind popularity among generations is rare in music today. The O’Jays have a body of work that includes over 60 albums, 24 Top Ten smashes and 59 total charted songs. They continue to perform incredibly energetic and dynamic live shows with their Olympian vocals. After 40+ years making such international hits as "Back Stabbers," "For The Love Of Money," "Darlin' Darli' Baby," "Love Train," "I Love Music," The O'Jays are light years away from easing up on the gas.
When: 8/6/2010 - 8:00 PM - Friday Concerts
Where: 3rd Street - 125 West Third Street, Reno Genre: Blues
A benefit for the July 6th Pyramid Highway house fire victim. He lost everything.
Where: 3rd Street - 125 West Third Street, Reno Genre: Blues
A benefit for the July 6th Pyramid Highway house fire victim. He lost everything.
| Donation suggested |
Donation suggested | When: 8/6/2010 - 8:00 PM - Friday Arts and Culture
Where: West Street Market - 148 West Street, Reno
After a two-year hiatus, Stage Fright Improv is performing comedy shows aimed at adults with improv games that involve everyone and can make anyone laugh ("You need to laugh! We need attention!")
Where: West Street Market - 148 West Street, Reno
After a two-year hiatus, Stage Fright Improv is performing comedy shows aimed at adults with improv games that involve everyone and can make anyone laugh ("You need to laugh! We need attention!")
When: 8/6/2010 - 9:00 PM - Friday Concerts
Where: Tonic Lounge - 231 West Second Street, Reno
Genre: Synth-Rock
Driven by conscious expression and shared creative energy, Portland based Fleshtone is an inspired union of progressive synth-rock, dark wave, disco and performance art. Like a sequined shape shifter always morphing and evolving, FT's aesthetic currently recalls elements from metaphysical past and future: world devastation, Egyptian mythology, human energy, secret societies, the occult, and exploring the unknown through the familiarity of sound. Along with visionary percussion from new member Colby Hulsey, expect stylized, dance-positive tones and vibrations produced by Brett Whitman, as well as the signature unruly fashions, choreography and stage presence of vocalist Jayme Hansen.
Where: Tonic Lounge - 231 West Second Street, Reno
Genre: Synth-Rock
Driven by conscious expression and shared creative energy, Portland based Fleshtone is an inspired union of progressive synth-rock, dark wave, disco and performance art. Like a sequined shape shifter always morphing and evolving, FT's aesthetic currently recalls elements from metaphysical past and future: world devastation, Egyptian mythology, human energy, secret societies, the occult, and exploring the unknown through the familiarity of sound. Along with visionary percussion from new member Colby Hulsey, expect stylized, dance-positive tones and vibrations produced by Brett Whitman, as well as the signature unruly fashions, choreography and stage presence of vocalist Jayme Hansen.
| $5 |
$5 | When: 8/6/2010 - 9:00 PM - Friday Concerts
Where: The Knitting Factory - 211 North Virginia Street, Reno
Genre: Top 40, hip hop
Amplified Entertainment DJ's Kentot, Fredy G, Boom & Cillo, Live in the Mix with All your favorite Hip Hop, Top 40, Reggaeton All Night Long!
Where: The Knitting Factory - 211 North Virginia Street, Reno
Genre: Top 40, hip hop
Amplified Entertainment DJ's Kentot, Fredy G, Boom & Cillo, Live in the Mix with All your favorite Hip Hop, Top 40, Reggaeton All Night Long!
When: 8/6/2010 - 9:00 PM - Friday Special Events
Where: Chapel Tavern - 1495 South Virginia Street, Reno
Sock hop with hand-jive contest at 10 p.m.!
Where: Chapel Tavern - 1495 South Virginia Street, Reno
Sock hop with hand-jive contest at 10 p.m.!
| 775-324-2244 | Free! |
775-324-2244 | Free! | When: 8/6/2010 - 10:00 PM - Friday Concerts
Where: Abby's Highway 40 - 424 East Fourth Street, Reno
Genre: surf rock
Surf's up! It's the Might Lords playin' downtown.
Where: Abby's Highway 40 - 424 East Fourth Street, Reno
Genre: surf rock
Surf's up! It's the Might Lords playin' downtown.
| 775-322-9422 | Free! |
775-322-9422 | Free! |Saturday, August 7, 2010
When: 8/7/2010 - 3:00 PM - Saturday Arts and Culture
Where: Amendment 21 - 425 South Virginia Street, Reno
Volkswagen-only car show and shine. Trophies given, food and beverage provided, and a game room will be set up inside for children.
Where: Amendment 21 - 425 South Virginia Street, Reno
Volkswagen-only car show and shine. Trophies given, food and beverage provided, and a game room will be set up inside for children.
| $5 fee to park and enter the show |
$5 fee to park and enter the show | When: 8/7/2010 - 5:00 PM - Saturday Concerts
Where: Studio on 4th - 432 East Fourth Street, Reno
Genre: Indie-rock, Indie-folk, punk. various
Music show featuring Deadly Gallows, Last To Leave (indie-folk), Bluster Blue, and more.
Where: Studio on 4th - 432 East Fourth Street, Reno
Genre: Indie-rock, Indie-folk, punk. various
Music show featuring Deadly Gallows, Last To Leave (indie-folk), Bluster Blue, and more.
| 775-786-6460 | $5 |
775-786-6460 | $5 | When: 8/7/2010 - 8:00 PM - Saturday Concerts
Where: Grand Exposition Hall - Silver Legacy - 407 North Virginia Street, Reno
Genre: Oldies
Back by popular demand! Frankie Avalon, Bobby Rydell and Fabian performing together as The Golden Boys in packed venues throughout the country since 1985, have been called "one of the most exciting acts in show business." The show unites three exciting performers who went on to become world renowned personalities. Featuring three of the most popular teen idols of the late 50s and early 60s, The Golden Boys have proved to be an overwhelming live concert success.
Where: Grand Exposition Hall - Silver Legacy - 407 North Virginia Street, Reno
Genre: Oldies
Back by popular demand! Frankie Avalon, Bobby Rydell and Fabian performing together as The Golden Boys in packed venues throughout the country since 1985, have been called "one of the most exciting acts in show business." The show unites three exciting performers who went on to become world renowned personalities. Featuring three of the most popular teen idols of the late 50s and early 60s, The Golden Boys have proved to be an overwhelming live concert success.
When: 8/6/2010 - 8/7/2010 - 8:00 PM - Friday & Saturday Nightclubs and Casinos
Where: Jub Jub's Thirst Parlor - 71 South Wells Avenue, Reno
Jub Jub's Thirst Parlor, a bar with Burning Man roots, finds a permanent watering hole at 71 South Wells Avenue.
Where: Jub Jub's Thirst Parlor - 71 South Wells Avenue, Reno
Jub Jub's Thirst Parlor, a bar with Burning Man roots, finds a permanent watering hole at 71 South Wells Avenue.
When: 8/7/2010 - 8:00 PM - Saturday Concerts
Where: The Knitting Factory - 211 North Virginia Street, Reno
Genre: jam rock with funk twist
Lavish Green a band from Tahoe 15 years and going strong, performs with guests.
Where: The Knitting Factory - 211 North Virginia Street, Reno
Genre: jam rock with funk twist
Lavish Green a band from Tahoe 15 years and going strong, performs with guests.
When: 8/7/2010 - 9:00 PM - Saturday Arts and Culture
Where: The Underground - 555 East Fourth Street, Reno
Genre: Electronic - dance
Visuals by Dylan, featuring Black Rock City All Stars. Necktie theme.
Where: The Underground - 555 East Fourth Street, Reno
Genre: Electronic - dance
Visuals by Dylan, featuring Black Rock City All Stars. Necktie theme.
When: 8/7/2010 - 10:00 PM - Saturday Concerts
Where: Freight House District - 250 Evans Avenue, Reno
Genre: Blues
Where: Freight House District - 250 Evans Avenue, Reno
Genre: Blues
| 775-334-7041 | Free! |
775-334-7041 | Free! |Sunday, August 8, 2010
When: 8/8/2010 - 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Sunday Special Events
Where: The Isles, Reno's Own Celtic Home - 809 S Center St, Reno
Music, Bagpipers, Irish Dancers, Trivia Quiz, "Best knees in a Kilt" Contest, Smithwick's on Tap
Where: The Isles, Reno's Own Celtic Home - 809 S Center St, Reno
Music, Bagpipers, Irish Dancers, Trivia Quiz, "Best knees in a Kilt" Contest, Smithwick's on Tap
When: 8/8/2010 - 5:00 PM - Sunday Arts and Culture
Where: Junkee Clothing Exchange - 960 South Virginia Street, Reno
This is THE Burner fashion show to attend, with live music, great fashion and much more. Fashion Show starts at 6!
Where: Junkee Clothing Exchange - 960 South Virginia Street, Reno
This is THE Burner fashion show to attend, with live music, great fashion and much more. Fashion Show starts at 6!
When: 8/8/2010 - 8:00 PM - Sunday Concerts
Where: Freight House District - 250 Evans Ave, Reno Genre: Blues
Where: Freight House District - 250 Evans Ave, Reno Genre: Blues
| Free! |
Free! |