Week of Events
Western Lights Festival
Western Lights is Reno’s first-ever illuminated art festival, designed to light up the Biggest Little City with an extraordinary blend of light, art, and technology. Produced by the renowned Grand Artique and set against the vibrant backdrop of Reno’s historic downtown, this festival transforms familiar streets into an open-air gallery of glowing installations. Each piece...
Knife Skills Workshop
Knife skills are the foundation of good results in the kitchen. This class will give you in-depth practice at the fundamental knife skills to take you to the next level in the kitchen. You will amaze yourself at how far you will come in just one class!
Chinese Takeout Favorites Class
Chinese food is a simple cuisine with distinctive flavors. After a review of the key elements of Chinese technique and ingredients, Nothing To It! will guide you through making a unique and sumptuous Chinese meal of take-out classics with steamed meats, stir-fried vegetables and delicious noodles. The colors, flavors and textures will add a new...
Gumbo, Jambalaya & Beignets
No doubt about it—these are the three signature dishes we crave from New Orleans. In this hands-on class, learn the difference between Creole and Cajun cuisine and how to make a proper roux. You might even answer the question, can you eat just one beignet? Come and enjoy a tasty great time!
New Orleans Brunch Workshop
A New Orleans brunch is a vibrant, flavorful experience that reflects the city's rich culinary heritage. Imagine a leisurely, indulgent meal that combines Southern comfort with Creole and Cajun influences.
Dead Plant Society: Starting Seeds Indoors
Whether you have a full backyard or an apartment balcony, growing your own seedlings for fresh herbs, fruits, or vegetables can be fun and "dirt cheap"! In this workshop we'll share the basics of starting spring and summer seedlings indoors including materials needed, correct temperature, planning and watering. One lucky Dead Plant Society attendee will...
Spring Into Gardening Class
Get your hands in the soil and learn how to create a beautiful, productive spring garden! This beginner-friendly class covers everything you need to get started — from understanding soil and sunlight to choosing the right plants for your space and season. Learn practical tips for planting, watering, and maintaining a healthy garden, whether you’re...
Mason Bees
Learn how to use mason bees in your garden. Mason Bees are generalists; they don’t stick to certain blossoms they pollinate whatever they find and like. They pollinate the following best: apricots, almonds, apples, blueberries, cherries, nectarines, peaches, pears, plums, prunes, raspberries, strawberries, and flowers in the rose family. They are very beneficial to home...
Chocolate Liqueur Spirit Making Class
Sip: Chocolate Espresso Martinis Tasty Treat: Mexican Wedding Cookie Taught by Master Distiller, Felicia Keith-Jones! Tasty Treats are catered by many delicious local bakeries! Included: 1 Spirit to take home, 1 Cocktail to sip🍹, A tasty treat that pairs perfectly w/your Cocktail, All Recipes, Photos to remember the day, and Lots of FUN!
Snowshoe Cocktail Competition
Race with cocktail trays in hand through fun obstacles! The goal? Be the fastest and keep those drinks intact!
Riverside Farmers Market
The Riverside Farmers Market is Reno's truly local market, with all vendors growing, raising, or making their goods within the tightest possible radius around Reno. The market showcases small, local, and sustainable farmers and ranchers who believe that healthy food begins with a healthy land. The market is also are home to Reno's newest farmers...
