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FROM THE EDITOR: Join us this month as we take to the great outdoors and participate in events that could only take place in Reno: River Fest early in the month (May 7-9th), the Artwalk on May 27th, and the Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Run early next the month (June 4-5th). When you’re not outdoors, enjoy the music inside with the Spring Forward by Paying It Forward music campaign, Keyser Soze, and Ott. Don’t forget about our sister city and be sure to check out Pietro’s Italian restaurant and Budget Used Furniture, both located in Sparks. Now that the weather is cooperating, the time is better than ever to live your city. Cheers!
Pietro’s Famiglia Ristorante Italiano 834 Victorian Ave. | Sparks | 775.355.7557 | www.pietrosfamiglia.com Hours: Tues-Sat 5pm-Close Opened since March of 2005, Pietro’s Italian restaurant has been hidden in plain sight for over five years. Located in the heart of Sparks on Victorian Ave, right above Tizzy Lish collectables, Pietro’s is a true familystyle restaurant with high quality food and great service. Owners Pietro and Christina Ochoa take pride in their family restaurant. They should because they have done all the work together. To get the restaurant opened, they did all of the construction, paint, tile, and décor. Even though it’s an established busi-
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ness, the Ochoas still do a lot of the work. When she’s not working her regular job at the Eldorado, Christina works at the restaurant. “I help out,” says Christina. “I do everything I can. I hostess, I waitress, I do the books. I do it all.” With 31 years of experience in the restaurant industry, Pietro is no stranger to the kitchen. After working his way up from the bottom in Reno restaurants, Pietro decided to go into business with some partners. He owned a restaurant in Puerto Vallarta and also owned Pasta Maniacs here in Reno. With
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his knowledge of the back and the front of the restaurant business – and his desire to not work for anyone else – Pietro decided to open his own business. Pietro’s Famiglia Ristorante Italiano features a full menu that is overflowing with traditional Italian favorites. From antipasto freddi (cold appetizers) of bruchetta and insalati caprese to antipasto caldi (hot appetizers) of prosciutto prawns and calamari fritti, you’re sure to find the perfect way to start your meal. All the entrees come with zuppa (soup) or insalati (salad) and come with their hot-outof-the-oven bread with butter. The menu is broken down according to meal. From the pasta section, choose from spaghetti, fettuccini, linguini, lasagna, ravioli, tortellini, manicotti, and risotto. There are several pollo (chicken) dishes to choose from, including marsala, parmegiana, cacciatore, and florentino. If vitello (veal) is your thing, you can get scallopine picatta, scallopine marsala, parmegiana, or florentino. For the pesce (fish) eaters, they serve Pesce del Giorno (fresh fish of the day), salmon, frutti di mare, and shrimp scampi. Though not listed on the menu, Pietro’s serves ten different specials that rotate on a regular basis, including saltimbocca, Milanese, lobster, filet mignon, crab cannelloni, and a three-cheese ravioli with a lobster cream sauce. And with a full bar that has imported and domestic beers and an impressive 4 www.renopassport.com
wine selection, you’re sure to find the perfect libation to compliment the perfect meal. Pietro’s also features an opera singer on Saturday nights, and an intimate family-style meal in a private area is available to parties of 20 or more. From the friendly staff to the amazing food, from the eclectic Italian décor to the convenient location, you’re sure to find a new favorite place for Italian food in our area. I know I have. Text by Michelle Montoya Photos by Nico Aguilera
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Hi Point Coffee 1655 Robb Dr. | Reno | 775.787.2477 | Hours: Mon-Sun 6am-6pm Looking for a quiet relaxed place for a bite and some delicious drinks? Hi Point Coffee is a delightful place full of surprises. Located across the street from the Raley’s shopping center on Robb and Mae Anne, Hi Point Coffee is an amazing spot that has everything that you would expect from a coffee shop and the little touches that set this place apart from the rest. Hi Point is an open space that emanates friendliness in its warm and cozy interior. Unlike many coffee shops that seem to funnel you straight back to the door, this spot is open and inviting. With a wide array of seating options, you’ll find a cozy little
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nook. Whether you want to relax in a chair, lounge on the couch with some friends, or sit at a wide array of different tables, you’ll find it here. The walls are adorned with paintings and photography from local artists all for sale, only one of the ways that Hi Point makes its impression on the community – also offers free classes in photography as well as playing host to several local groups. Something else that sets it apart from is rest is a unique book exchange tucked in a corner where you can exchange an old read for something new or just find something to leaf through while you enjoy your fare.
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Little ones are welcomed as well with a variety of things to keep the restless occupied. While the books are mostly grown-up reading, a small basket of toys complements them. The space between tables gives you some breathing room, and the wide array of tables even has three tables that you can write on with chalk (chalk provided). All these little details added up to a very enjoyable experience before I had even gotten my food. The store prides itself on making a majority of the menu fresh daily, and the difference is palpable. With a varied selection of “healthy and awesome” freshly made food and reasonable prices ranging from $5-$10, you’re sure to be as impressed as I was. Hi-Point offers coffee cards with a buy-tenget-one-free standard as well as half-price discounts on their day-old pastries (although you’d be hard-pressed to tell the difference). The lunch and dinner menus are available during all business hours. Check their website at www.hipointcoffee. com for the latest calendar, andfor updates on their Saturday music/open mic night, to join their email list, and to get periodic coupon deals as well. When it comes to doing great coffee and good food right, Hi Point is on point. Text by Dan Sullivan Photos by Nico Aguilera
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Celebrates The World Of Body Art Jon McCann is more than a tattoo artist; he’s also the owner of Absolute Tattoo in Reno. His style incorporates bright colors and high contrast. “I also do super-realistic portraits,” he adds. Jon is heavily influenced by the works of Czech Art Nouveau master Alphonse Mucha. He lists his dad as the person he’d most like to tattoo and is a SCUBA diving and social networking enthusiast. His favoriteTUACA recipe? The TUACA Hot Apple Pie.
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I’ll be first to admit community re-investment wasn’t the top of my priority list fifteen years ago. I thought back then charity work was something older people did, and sad to say, my only contributions to the community were forced upon me as a high school requirement. Oh, and there was that one time I trespassed into a neighborhood pool that was not mine. Suffice it to say, the RPD were instrumental upon inspiring me to do a little community re-investment back then. Now at the age of 30, I’ve come to understand the importance of people’s re10 www.renopassport.com
sponsibility to their own community. With the baby boomers nearing their golden years and the budget crisis still affecting everybody, most people – especially the younger generation – have lost the value of charity and community involvement for the greater good; hence, the celebrity endorsements to get involved. Hell, even Disney Parks are getting involved with their “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day” campaign. Merging two loves of music and making this world a better place inspired what is to be the Spring Forward by Paying
Forward Campaign, which is amazingly in its fourth year. KRZQ has worked with hundreds of local bands to raise over $30,000 for sixteen different non-profit organizations. The nonprofits are aware of how effective the campaign is. “The Crisis Call Center received donations from people who never would have thought about supporting us before as a result of this campaign,” said Crisis Call Center former marketing director, Allison Edwards. The campaign is set up in such a way that it really is a win-win situation for everybody involved. First, all parties get branding and marketing. The bands get their music played on the radio and get to play coveted concert venues like The Brew Brothers and The Knitting Factory, where normally national acts or polished bands tread. Lastly, the non-profits reach out to an untouched demographic and get a little money for their cause. “This fundraiser was by far one of the most beneficial events that we have
participated in, with the most ease,” said ReStart’s former executive assistant, Julianna Glock. Every year has been a learning experience for us at KRZQ, for the local musicians, and for the sponsors, who really have come to the table with a lot of fantastic opportunities. A huge contributor has been Sandra Horst at Best Buy Spanish Springs, who in 2009 brought their Tag Team Award to the table. This award is used to inspire their staff to volunteer their time to the community. This year, you can support your local musicians and this year’s non-profits – the SPCA of Northern Nevada, Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful, and The Children’s Cabinet – by simply going to www.krzqfm.com. It’s not only community reinvestment through music, but it’s a fun way to get involved. Yes, you can support local music and your local community at the same time. Text by Melanie Flores
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RPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Picks of the month May 1 SaddleTramps
The Alley, Sparks
Black Rock City All Stars
Tree House Lounge
New Boyz Weston Buck
Knitting Factory
Mundo Gris
Yama Rock Club
May 2 Kun Fu Sophie
Pacific Dub
The Underground
Flobots Trouble Andrew Champagne Champagne Knitting Factory
May 8 Delta Nove Drinking With Clowns Mojo Green Tim Snider
Unified School Distric
The Chop Tops
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Smile Empty Soul
Tonic Lounge
Songwriters in the Round
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May 18 Floater
Knitting Factory
May 19 Kaki King
The Underground
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May 15 David Starfire Lynx & Janover Bass Science
The Underground
Knitting Factory
Minus The Bear Everest Young The Giant
Java Jungle
Groundation Orgone Sol Jibe Acoustic
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Knitting Factory
Knitting Factory
Jelly Bread Drinking With Clowns
Tonic Lounge
E40
Knitting Factory
May 22 Tribal Seeds Drinking With Clowns Inhale Monk
The Underground
Knitting Factory
May 28 Dawes My Flag is on Fire
The Underground
May 29 Mystik Journeymen feat. Sunspot Jonz and LuckyIam Tonic Lounge
unusual suspects By Nicole Seaton Photos by Asa Gilmore
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Unlike the mysterious mafia kingpin for whom they are named, Keyser Soze can’t be missed. One thing that the band does have in common with the antihero of “Usual Suspects” is that their influence is felt from the top down. Or rather, their influence is heard. Keyser Soze has been a key player in Reno’s music scene for over a decade, and where the lifespan of a band can be as long the attention span of the drummer, the secret to this band’s longevity is simple: passion and discipline.
Success for Keyser Soze is really a combination of those two elements. All members of the band have formal music training or have spent decades playing music in bands. The sevenpiece ensemble consists of Jammal Tarkington, Rodney Teague, Ruben Garcia, Ryan Hall, Kevin Lum, Mike Mayhall, and Jon Hall. Tarkington and Teague are the two founding members, and they continue to act as both the backbone and the creative drive of Keyser Soze.
I’m not sure when it was, but I was there. When exactly the band was initially formed was initially subject to debate, but the group’s first sticker resolved the confusion. “The sticker says 1996,” says Teague. “No,” interjects Tarkington. “The sticker says ’98. We started playing, but we weren’t Keyser Soze until 1998.” www.renopassport.com 15
Time has flown, while their music has grown. “When it started out, [the band] was more ska-punk,” says Tarkington. Now, traditional Jamaican, ska and dub style are the prevalent influences on this album. A band that has been together for this long undoubtedly has a few “weirdest gig” stories. One recent experience in Arlington, Washington defies the unconventional. The show took place at a Tolkeinesque venue that included a tattoo parlor and a hair salon. The promoter for the show invited the band back to his house. “This dude has pigeons, snakes, several dogs, a three-legged cat, and a three-legged squirrel,” Tarkington recounts, shaking his head. “The pigeons were the funniest… Joe, he was sleeping in there. Every time he moved… He woke up and looked at the pigeons, and they just started in, just from him opening his eyes!” For the record, Tarkington slept in the van that night. Being in the band is a full-time job with some major perks. Besides being able to live their dream of working as full-time musicians, they also get to play with other musicians whose work they have long admired. The Wailers and Michael Franti are two such headlining acts whose talent matches their grace. Keyser Soze has played with Michael Franti on a few occasions, and they admire his down-to-earth, friendly style. Keyser Soze also collaborates with local and out-oftown talent; the popular ska band Warsaw is featured on their latest album, “But Not for You.”
They’re Writing Songs of Love Highlights of “But Not For You” include “BeDop,” a buoyant love song with some velvety vocals and highly danceable beats. The hit track may be “Unloyal,” an introspective and addictive piece that is reminiscent of Bob Marley’s “Who The Cap Fit” in both theme and hip-swaying rhythm.
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So many that would say They’ve got your back, but really they no So I tell don’t fool yourself It’s just the games that people play.
Combining intelligent, didactic lyrics with over one hundred collective years of musical experience is what makes “But Not For You” a synthesis of collaboration, unity, and fusion of past and present musical elements. Keyser Soze has studied the greats and even played with some of their heroes. Finally, their hard work has paid off, having achieved a strong local following and national recognition for their inimitable, wide-ranging style. Almost imperceptibly, they have graduated from the role of student to teacher. They look forward to offering more all-age shows to include the younger generation in their music. Recently, they played a show at Wooster High School and were amazed at the musical knowledge of some of the students who approached them with questions and comments about reggae and ska music. As the band has changed and evolved, so has Reno’s musical tastes and knowledge. Tarkington recounts going into Mirabelli’s Music City a decade ago and asking for ska music. The girl at the counter looked at him like he was from another musical galaxy and let out an inquisitive expletive that started with “Whatthe” and ended with “ska?” She called the manager over, and Tarkington was met with the same reaction: no se habla ska. So when teenagers approach the band already armed with musical knowledge, it’s evident that there are some positive cultural changes that have taken place in Reno…and Keyser Soze has a lot to do with that. The band has no plans of stopping anytime soonthey will continue to make music, promote their new CD, and offer more interactive, all-ages melodic experiences for the community. Find and fan them on Facebook and become their friend on MySpace to find out about upcoming events and information on how to get their new CD. www.renopassport.com 17
House Seats and Me “Free tickets,” I asked the man with the house seats logo embroidered nicely on his shirt. “You must be joking? You mean, I join this thing called house seats and I get FREE tickets to shows, concerts, theatre and such here in the Reno area?” He nodded yes politely. I thought there must be a catch, but come to find out there isn’t. It’s the latest thing to hit Reno, and I’m
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here to let you know it’s for real. It’s called house seats (http://reno.houseseats.com/). For only $89, you’ll get two free tickets to as many shows as you can go to in a year from here to Sacramento. We go out often and easily spend $100 for a night on the town, so I thought for $89, what do we have to lose? I talked my boyfriend into joining, and we started getting tickets immediately.
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I couldn’t believe it – casino shows at the Peppermill, Grand Sierra, and Eldorado is ours for the picking as are standup comedy shows at Crystal Bay casino, hip hop at Club BLU in MontBleu, a variety of shows at the Knitting Factory, lots of theatre, jazz orchestras, chamber orchestras, blues bands, all kinds of music at venues that don’t cost me a dime. The email notifications from house seats were coming fast and furiously. I couldn’t believe how easy it was to book the tickets on their website and pick them up at the venues. We started going to stand up comedy and loved it so much that we went every Friday for four weeks in a row. The tickets were free, so we spent money on drinks and food and still had a very affordable night out. We figured we recouped our $89 investment in just the first month! The great thing about house seats is it’s an incentive to get out and experience the wide variety of entertainment available here in Reno. You’ll discover shows and music venues you didn’t even know existed, like the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City. And there are great shows for children too. I took my son to the planetarium because he’d never been, and we loved it. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve driven by that place, and because of house seats I finally went – for FREE. We loved it so much, we upgraded to a four20 www.renopassport.com
ticket membership so we could take friends and treat them to a show. There are times when my boyfriend had a guys’ night out and treated his three buddies to an MMA fight live at the GSR. I couldn’t believe that I had stumbled on this gem called house seats, so I started telling friends because it’s the coolest thing I’ve ever belonged to. I was surprised to find out how few people knew about it because I’m always the last person to hear about the latest, greatest, hippest thing in town. Take it from me, Reno, and give it a try. It’s not a huge investment, and I guarantee you’ll enjoy going out on the town, for free, courtesy of http://www.houseseats.com. Text by Melinda Elizondo
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Budget Used Furniture 1845 Prater Way | Sparks | 775.331.6676 | Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-6pm Tessa Snider never intended to be an entrepreneur, but you’d be hard pressed to call the hardworking owner of Budget Used Furniture and The Nest anything else. When she originally walked into Budget, it was at the behest of her father who suggested the recent college graduate look into owning her own business. Now five years later, Budget and Snider are changing the face of home furnishings in the Truckee Meadows. The unassuming building is just minutes from downtown and UNR and houses treasures from all decades and style movements. If you think you’ve heard of Budget before, you probably have- Budget has been located on Prater Way for years and previously offered mass-produced furniture at low prices. The laminate lifestyle has been a staple of college students and first-time home buyers for years, but Snider had bigger ideas: find unique, sturdy vintage pieces and sell them at prices that would allow more people access to quality furniture. Every item inside Budget’s large showroom has flare and character, but many didn’t start that way. Snider not only sleuths out the many unique items that fill the vignettes in her store, she also restores and repairs the pieces, breathing new life into items that would normally end up in landfills. 22 www.renopassport.com
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Snider uses great care to show each item she finds in its best light by creating scenes and settings to better allow her customers to see hidden potential. She enjoys showing people a different way to look at the traditional and mundane, using items in ways for which they were never intended. Budget doesn’t accept consignments, but loyal customers are still the best source for the constantly revolving inventory that fills the store to the brim. Everything you will find displayed comes from our area – no trips to the Bay or shipping is used. Snider and her incredibly supportive husband, Tim, pick up and move everything themselves. Northern Nevada’s own style and flavor more than keep both stores and the Snider house well outfitted.
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With such an incredible array of items – not just furniture, but art, clothing, chests, and conversation pieces – a single pass through the showroom is not enough to fully appreciate the options set before you. Like a favorite book. Everywhere you look, you will discover something you didn’t see the first time. Great care has been taken to build a stock for all tastes and styles; more importantly, Budget’s mission is to ensure you’ll have some money leftover when you’re done. Because inventory and stock are constantly in flux, savvy shoppers know to follow Budget on Facebook and Twitter (@budgetfurn), and stop in frequently so as not to miss a thing. Text by Becca Donato Photos by Nico Aguilera
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Art walk Towering buildings fling neon florescence at the Truckee River. Cafés add their ‘open’ sign lights—a bar, its flashing beer ad. At night, this brightness flickers on the river beneath a dark sky, and a snapshot will only reflect that sight. A patient photographer, however, will leave the shutter open longer, let the exposure stretch into the night. Barely visible in a single instant, pinks and greens will bloom across the sky and illuminate the dark water. As the camera lingers in the scene, the photo takes on magic. And so with Reno’s Riverwalk District: gorgeous flashing by, but for the richest experi-
ence, a leisurely evening is required. The monthly Artwalk, presented by the Riverwalk Merchants Association (RWMA), is the perfect event to fully feel the atmosphere and excitement of one of our city’s most vibrant, happening districts. April marked the one-year anniversary of the Artwalk, which takes place on the last Thursday of every month. The Artwalk runs from 4-10pm, during which time you meander along the Truckee River and take in— what else?—art! While the focus is on art, the variability of options is one of the greatest pleasures the Artwalk has to offer.
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GREAT TRUCKEE MEADOWS COMMUNITY CLEANUP Join the community to help clean up Mother Earth! Saturday, May 8 from 8:30am - 12 noon open space and river weed pull sites! Lunch & water bottles provided for all Volunteers Sign up at www.ktmb.org or call 851-5185 The Great Truckee Meadows Cleanup is brought to you by...
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According to Courtney Barnett, Marketing Coordinator for the RWMA, “One month you may go to a play at Bruka [Theatre] and the next month you may go to four art receptions and enjoy drink specials at Pizza Reno.” Barnett said that promoting local artists, musicians, and performance companies is part of what the Artwalk is all about. The shops, cafés, bars, and other businesses along the Truckee River provide exposure to artists who may be unknown to you, and you get to take in their work and maybe grab a drink or go shopping—whatever you want. This month, the Artwalk will take place on May 27th and will feature receptions at the River Gallery, the Siena Hotel, and Java Jungle/Jungle Vino. All these locales can be a lot to remember, plus, if you aren’t familiar, there’s the question of where they are. No problem. The City of Reno has lent support by providing a specialized guide every month. These can be picked up on the evening of the event at the West Street Market (on West Street, between First and Second Streets) or at various other outlets such as the Sierra Tap House (252 W. First Street). Look for various drink and dining specials, not only at the Tap House, but also $3 drinks at Wild River Grille and elsewhere. Se7en Teahouse will offer mojito and sangria specials. The Artwalk is about promoting community, having fun, and witnessing the beauty encompassed in this district of Reno. Local art28 www.renopassport.com
ists are dousing our city with their talent, so get down to the river and get your feet wet. Text by Nathan Slinker
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Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Relay Run June 4-5, 2010 The 6th Annual Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Relay Run Adventure presented by Intuit is June 4-5, 2010. This event is unlike any other in our area. The Reno-Tahoe Odyssey is a relay run best suited for teams of 12 runners. The relay follows a spectacular 178-mile long course that begins in Reno, loops around the entire region including Truckee, Lake Tahoe, and Virginia City, and finishes back in Reno. This is a great way to experience the sights and attractions of the Reno-Tahoe region while exercising. The course is divided into 36 legs; each runner runs three legs. Teams average 24 hours to complete the relay. Each runner will run a leg during the night. That run under the stars is the highlight for many relay runners. An Odyssey relay is the most fun that you can have with your running shoes on. You will do more laughing than running. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget your super-soaker and your cowbells. And there are contests that are just about fun: most spirited team, best team name, best 30 www.renopassport.com
team shirts/uniforms/costumes, and best decorated team vehicles. This event is more of an adventure, parade, and slumber party than it is a run. You will bond with your teammates and with the other teams as you travel along the course. You will share a huge feeling of accomplishment
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Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families with children who are being treated for cancer. To learn more, see www.nvchildrenscancer.org or call 775.327.6275. Tahoe Pyramid Bikeway is a non-profit endeavor to build a foot and bicycle path along the Truckee River from its source at Lake Tahoe to its desert terminus at Pyramid Lake. To learn more, see www.tpbikeway.org or call 775.825.9868. 32 www.renopassport.com
when you complete the relay and join your teammates under the finish line banner. If you do not run, then you can volunteer. Volunteers have fun too, especially those at the relay transition points who compete in the most spirited exchange point competition. The event kicks off Thursday, June 3, at the Legends at the Sparks Marina. There will be a carbo-loading dinner at the Rack and Pinz, and there will also be the team check-in and captains meeting. The running begins Friday, June 4, at Wingfield Park, and the start is staggered. The slowest teams will go first, and the fastest teams will start last. Most teams start in the morning. The relay ends Saturday June 5 at the Finish Line Festival in Idlewild Park. This big celebration party is open to the public. Men Wielding Fire and Buenos Grill will serve great food, cold refreshments, and tasty beers. At the party, Drinking With Clowns will perform live
music and the awards will be distributed. Whether or not you ran in the relay, you can join us in the park and cheer the runners as they end their Reno-Tahoe Odyssey Relay Run Adventure. For more info about this extraordinary running event – including more details about pre-relay activities, start times, and how to register – please visit www.renotahoeodyssey.com. The registration deadline is in early May, so be sure to act fast, and if you want to win, you’ll have to run fast. Text by Eric Lerude
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It’s Not the End of the Road The bad news is everywhere: budget cuts, furlough days, shortfalls; layoffs for firefighters, class-size increases for K-12, reductions in retirement benefits. Amidst all this bad news, a seldomnoticed problem is growing, one that threatens to choke life from the Reno economy in the midst of the worst recession the state has known. And this problem is transportation funding. Now, I know what you’re thinking: such a statement is overdramatic. With all the other problems Nevada is facing right now, why should we worry about highway funding? After all, the majority of us get to work every day without incident. Yes, we may need to
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slam the breaks in the spaghetti bowl, but we carry extra clothes for traffic-caused coffee spills. Yes, we wait more than we’d like for RTC, but work isn’t all that much fun anyhow; arriving a few minutes late won’t hurt. And, no, highway funding is not the type of glamorous issue that spurs “tea-party” protests and angry editorials. Our roads can’t speak for themselves, so the issue draws less press than do stories on crowded emergency rooms or students without textbooks. Nevertheless, if you dig a bit deeper, you’ll find declining highway funds are a growing—and dangerous—problem. You may not care about highways, but I’ll bet you care about at least one of the following:
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• Your time: As of 2005, Nevadans spent as much time idling in traffic as do New Yorkers, according to the Texas Transportation Institute. • Your money: Las Vegas motorists lose the equivalent of a week of work each year due to traffic congestion. Even if you don’t work, I’ll bet you can think of other things to do with that time, things more enjoyable than inhaling exhaust. • The economy: New highway construction and road improvements can create jobs and help local businesses. Furthermore, Nevada is a tourism-driven state; why do we make it difficult for tourists to drive into the state? • The environment: The idling time that wastes a week of work also burns through 27 gallons of gasoline each year. Since most of us can’t splurge for a hybrid any time soon, this number is unlikely to decline. And, most importantly,
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• Your life: As of 2007, Nevada had the seventh-worst highway fatality rate in the nation; this rate is 44% higher than the national average. Many of these deaths could be avoided if Nevada widened lanes, revamped intersections, and made other safety improvements for our roadways. So, again, I’ll admit that highway funding is not a flashy issue, nor is it a topic that gets the spotlight in the middle of a recession. However, the state of our roads has a clear impact on the state of our state. From the minute we grab our coffee cups and head out the door, our lives are impacted by traffic, bumpy pavement, and public transit wait times. Shortfall or not, funding for our highways is an issue that cannot be ignored. For more information and to see what you can do to make a difference, go to www. fixNVroads.com. Text by Jeannette Belz
Reno River Festival “That guy who’s standing over the drain in the gutter with a pan full of motor oil has more reason not to dump it out today than he did say ten years ago,” said Jim Lichtfield, designer of Wingfield’s white water park, while discussing some of the criticism he’s received over the Reno River Festival (RRF). “Now, he has to think about the fact that his wife and kids are likely making their way down to the river as well.” Lichtfield, 41, is a Principal/Hydrologist for Fluid Concepts here in Reno. He graduated from UNR with a bachelor’s degree in Geology and a master’s degree in Hydrology.
Drawing close to 40,000 people last year, the RRF—taking place this year, May 7-9th, at Wingfield Park—has garnered national attention to our small patch of grass, concrete and flowing water, with their professional freestyle kayaking event, the much anticipated Run Amuck foot race, and the Humans in Motion Film Festival—which has seen entrants from as far away as North Carolina. The event goes beyond just celebrating the river that provides 85% of our drinking water. It’s about bringing together a diverse community. It’s more than just a white water park; it’s a starting point for social activity. I
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suppose understanding this can help one to see why something like the Run Amuck is relevant during the festival. “Creating participatory experiences is really important to me,” Litchfield said. It would be easy for Fluid Concepts to just stick with kayaking and water sports. It’s also important to recognize that taking a broader approach isn’t just a way to bring in more money. In fact, the festival is spending thousands of dollars on a Biomass-gasification unit from the University of Montana in order to power Music in the Park. The unit gasifies woodchips in a noncombustible fashion in order to create heat which is then transferred into electricity. The Sierra Nevada Brewing Company will be the official beer of the event, providing recyclable and compostable cups. Several vendors and sponsors will be in attendance as well, including members of the fishing community. According to Lichtfield, organizations in the community are encouraged to offer ideas for new events. This year, the Holland Project will be hosting a double-dutch competition. Out of Bounds Board Shop is anticipated to host a skateboarding event next year at which point the basketball courts at Wingfield will be turned into a temporary skate park. There will also be Yoga in the Park this year along with several other family-friendly activities. For a complete list of events – including the kick-off party, the Run Amuck Mud Run, the costume contests, Music in the Park, and 40 www.renopassport.com
more – visit them online at http://renoriverfestival.com/. You can also register for the events, including Run Amuck and water races, on the website as well. Be sure to join their Facebook group as well for updates. Text by Hunter Blackburn
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Every Sunday! The Get Back
Edge “Gives back” to Reno locals. A FunkSoulIndieHouseDanceParty! Edge NightClub 2707 S Virginia St, Reno www.edgeofreno.com
May 2
Jazz at Se7en West
Join members of the University of Nevada, Reno Program in Jazz and Improvisational Music for an all-ages jam session. Sponsored by the City of Reno, For the Love of Jazz and the Program in Jazz and Improvisational Music. Free and open to all ages. 3:00 - 5:00 PM West Street Market 148 West St, Reno
May 4
Conan O’Brien
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino www.grandsierraresort.com
May 6
First Thursdays – X Nights
Feat. The Schall Adams Band Nevada Museum of Art 160 West Liberty St. 775.329.3333 www.nevadaart.org
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May 8
Jazz Mafia - Brass, Bows and Beats
“Brass, Bows, and Beats: A Hip-Hop Symphony is one of the most exciting new works of American music in years—a seamless fusion of jazz, funk, hip-hop, electronica, and digital turntable that deserves to be heard worldwide (now!)” Rick Marianetti, Examiner.com Grand Sierra Resort and Casino www.grandsierraresort.com 2500 E Second Street 800.501.2651
May 8
Great Truckee Meadows Community Cleanup
Spend the morning cleaning up area open spaces and removing noxious weeds around the Truckee River. Not only is the cleanup tons of fun, but is sure to bring you closer to your friends, family and community! There are locations throughout the Truckee Meadows, find the one closest to you and Sign up to Volunteer! www.ktmb.org/gtmccu.htm
May 9
Sanctuary
The Sleep Shop presents: Ministry of Consciousness. Bridgette Dolgoff will be facilitating a positive,
uplifting, peaceful, supportive Sanctuary. Come heal, learn, grow, relax and mostly just “be. 8 am - 10 am. Bring a mat and blanket. Free/Donation The Sleep Shop, www.organicsleepshop.com 140 Vesta Street Suite2, Reno 775.354.1800
May 9
Do It For The Girls Comedy for the Cure Tour
Comedians Candy Churilla, Wayne Walsh and Rusty Abraham with musical guest, Hopscotch Whiskey. Hosted by Sam Coturri. Tickets are $10 and ALL proceeds will benefit the Breast Cancer Charities of America and Komen for the Cure! Studio On 4th www.studio4th.com 432 E 4th St, Reno 775.786.6460
May 15
Energy Efficiency for Businesses
Learn how to: Cut Costs, Save Money and Improve Operations. Take Advantage of Opportunities Every Business has for Improving the Bottom Line. Benefit from Financial Incentives Available from NVEnergy. Develop Win-Win Approaches for Leased Space, Whether Leaseholder or Building Owner.
8:00-10AM for more info contact: Peter Millar 775.689.6676 pmillar@unr.edu http://www.nsbdc.org
May 16
The Reno Baroque Ensemble Presents:
Bach Magnificat in D Major, Bach Double Concerto for Violin Featuring Martin Davids and Ruth Lenz, Pachelbel’s Canon, Missa Palatina (From the Bolivian baroque) Trinity Episcopal Church 200 Island Ave, Reno $35 for General Admission Tickets Buy tickets by going to: http:// www.renobaroque.org or call 1.800.74 SHOWS
May 22
Joey Gilbert vs. Anthony Bartinelli - Reno Xtreme Fights IV
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino www.grandsierraresort.com
May 21
Models & Bottles Edge NightClub 2707 S Virginia St, Reno www.edgeofreno.com
May 28
Bare Naked Ladies
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino www.grandsierraresort.com
Peppermill Reno X 2707 S. Virginia St. X 775.689.7444 For VIP Reservations: edge@PeppermillReno.com or Call or Text Ben Clyne: 775.232.8095 $20 Cover X Dress code strictly enforced X Must be 21 X Doors Open 10pm Visit us at edgeofreno.com or myspace.com/clubedgereno