Weekend Warrior (May 23-26)

THE FOREIGNER
THURSDAYS-SUNDAYS THROUGH JUNE 16
RENO LITTLE THEATER

This fun and funny farce from the 1980’s just happens to have renewed relevance at the moment. Through the goofiness of it all, there is a true reflection of the ongoing battle between closed-mindedness and open-heartedness in Reno Little Theater’s production of The Foreigner.  Written by the late American playwright Larry Shue, The Foreigner features local actors in Reno’s volunteer-driven and longest-running community theater.  Now located in Midtown Reno, you’re invited to settle in and enjoy the intimate experience at Reno Little Theater.  For more info, online ticket sales and special offers, please visit RenoLIttleTheater.org.

He’s a little bit Jason Mraz and a touch of George Strait!  Mountain Music Parlor proudly presents up-an-coming country/folk/acoustic pop singer/songwriter Andrew Sullivan Friday night live on the Heritage Hall Stage. The 29 year-old Texan from Fort Worth brings an ease about him as he weaves intimate dialogue into his concerts, revealing the meaning behind each song he delivers.  This hard-working artist has been singing full-time since 2010, and has independently produced 4 studio albums.  Learn more, and listen to samples of his awesome music at AndrewSullivanMusic.com, and purchase tickets at MountainMusicParlor.com.

Welcome back to Reno headlining comedian Anthony K at the Pioneer Underground this weekend!  This Modesto, California native was funny enough to be a finalist at the Big Sky Comedy Festival, the largest comedy festival in the US, held in Billings, MT.  His comedy has been known to give a “hilarious voice to life’s annoyances and truths, with a style that is authentic, relatable and satirical.”  He’s excited to bring his show to the Reno Tahoe Comedy stage once again. Here’s a quick clip of Anthony K thanking his audience for listening to nothing.  For tickets and more information, please visit RenoTahoeComedy.com.

Last weekend marked the first Food Truck Friday of the season!!  The weather was questionable then, and will be again this weekend.  But if the rain keeps its distance, you may want to venture down to Idlewild Park for some tantalizing food truck food at Reno Street Food.  Select from 40 gourmet food, craft dessert, beer, wine and mixed drink vendors and relax on the grass in your beach chairs and blankets while enjoying your meal with live music from local artists.  Great for the whole family, your kiddos will have swinging around in the playground, taking a ride on the train or navigating their way up the rock climbing wall from Rock Sport.  The Whiskey Preachers will be performing live.  For a list of all the trucks & trailers on-site, visit Reno Street Food’s Facebook Page.

If you are a car collector or auto enthusiast and missed last weekend’s Hot August Nights Spring Revival, you can get caught up on the pre-summer car shows at Summer Salute.  More than just a car show, this is a charity-focused Memorial Day Weekend event that benefits our local Veterans. Take your hot rod, stock classic, or whatever you are driving because Summer Salute is open to all years, all makes and models.  Enjoy food, entertainment, vendors, and a great day in a beautiful park atmosphere. All proceeds support The Veterans Guest Houseand Honor Flight Nevada.  For more info, please visit ClassicChevysPlus.com.

CUISINE CORKS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL
SATURDAY, MAY 25 (4-9 pm) & SUNDAY, MAY 26 (11 am-4 pm)

If you’re a foodie who likes wine, spirits and craft shopping, then this is the outing for you!  Free to the public, the Nugget’s annual Cuisine Corks & Crafts Festival invites guests to enjoy crafts, art exhibits, cooking demonstrations and live entertainment during the 2-day event. Most of the festival is free to the public, but guests who purchase passes may also experience the Wine & Spirits Walk, special celebrity chef performances, the Battle Born Best Chef Competition featuring local chefs competing in a “chopped-style” showdown, and a delicious brunch on Sunday.  For event details and the link to purchase tickets, visit NuggetCasinoResort.com.

Though the weather may be questionable for basking in the sun on the pool deck, you may find that a Party in the Hot Tub at Squaw Valley’s High Camp is just where you want to be this Saturday.  Take the tram to the top, grab your favorite beverage and plunge into the steamy spa with your besties.  You’ll enjoy the fun music from a local DJ Chango and the heat of the water while breathing in the brisk Sierra Nevada air, and take in views of the surrounding majestic snow-capped mountains of Squaw.  For more info, visit SquawAlpine.com.

RENO ACES vs. LAS VEGAS AVIATORS
SATURDAY-TUESDAY, MAY 25-28
GREATER NEVADA FIELD – 250 EVANS AVE, DOWNTOWN RENO

The Reno Aces take on the Las Vegas Aviators at this weekend’s 4-game series!   Here are the game promotions offered:Saturday, May 25 (6:35 pm):  “Girl Scout Night,”  Girl Scout troops enjoy pregame activities on the front lawn, discount tickets and the opportunity to take in a movie and camp out on the field.  Visit MILB.com to register your kiddo’s troop!
Sunday, May 26 (6:35 pm):  “Family Night” invites you to enjoy all the $1 hot dogs, soda, and popcorn you can stomach throughout the game!  Party on with “Bonanza Baseball Bingo” … so much fun!
Monday, May 27 (1:05 pm):  “Military Money” calls all active and veteran military men and women to bring a buddy.  It’s buy one, get one for all of our service men and women!
Tuesday, May 28 (6:35 pm):  “Taco Tuesday”  invites you to much on 2 street tacos for $5 or 2 tacos and a 12 oz Tacate for only $8.  “College Discount Night” too, offering $5.00 Standing Room Only tickets available at Ticket Office only.

Learn more about the Aces and purchase tickets at MILB.com.

“Don’t Stop Believin‘” in Arnel Pineda, lead singer of Journey since 2007.  This mega-star was born in Manila, Philippines, and had a challenging life at an early age to say the least.  After his mother’s passing when he was 13 years old, Pineda’s father struggled financially and was unable to pay rent, causing him to move out of their apartment and ask relatives to take in his siblings.  To ease his family’s financial burdens, Arnel lived on the streets for about two years, sleeping on benches, taking odd jobs and collecting recyclables for meager money.  At 15, he began singing with a band that performed at Shakey’s Pizza Parlor in Manila. He’s modest beginnings continued as he became the frontman of several other cover bands, until Journey lead guitarist Neal Schon discovered Pineda on YouTube.  Journey needed a lead singer, and the rest is history.  Here is a cool “raw footage video” of him singing a few Queen songs in an intimate nightclub.  Enjoy Pineda live and get tickets to see him live at SilverLegacyReno.com.

With the weather likely being cruddy again this weekend again, it just might be the perfect time to retreat to the Fleischmann Planetarium at the UNR Campus for a full-dome digital show!  The following schedule is offered through Sunday, June 9:

Accidental Astronauts: Tues-Sun (11 am)
Secret of the Cardboard Rocket (Family Show): Sat-Sun (noon)
Space Next: Tues-Sat (1, 3 & 5 pm) & Sun (1 & 3 pm)
Ultimate Universe: Tues-Sun (2 pm)
Black Holes: Tues-Sun (4 pm)
Seeing with Seasonal Stargazing: Tues-Sat (6 pm)
Fleischmann Fridays: Fri (7 pm)
Dark Side of the Moon (Pink Floyd Light Show): Sat (7 pm)For a synopsis of each show, please visit UNR.edu.

Believe it or not, summer is quickly approaching, and so are the start-studded concerts headed to the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harvey’s!  Here is the lineup so you can purchase your tickets in advance!  Click on the name of each performer for more information and ticket sales:
Tim McGraw:  Friday, Jun 14, 8 pm
Trevor Noah: Friday, July 5, 8 pm
Pentatonix: Sunday, July 7, 7 pm
Blake Shelton: Friday, July 12, 8 pm
Miranda Lambert: Thursday, July 18, 7:30 pm
Jackson Browne:  Saturday, August 10, 8 pm
Lionel Richie: Saturday, August 17, 8 pm
Steve Miller Band: Saturday, August 24, 8 pm
Luke Bryan: Sunday, August 25, 7 pm
Duran Duran: Friday, September 13, 7:30 pm

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