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playa section

Top Tips for Food at Burning Man.... pg 2 Hydration - Pre-Playa Festival........... pg 6 Top Tips for Staying Hydrated at Burning Man....................................... pg 8 RP Happy Hour......................................... pg 11 Shopping for Burning Man................. pg 12

cover story

The Golden Gate Dream Team. ............................... pgs 16-18

Steve White

Sales Director steve@renopassport.com 775.223.0436 pg

Baldo Bobadilla

General Manager baldo@renopassport.com 775.762.1875

Hernán Sosa

Art Director hernan@renopassport.com 303.386.6191

Michelle Montoya

Editor michelle@renopassport. com 775.527.1980

David Calvert

Photo Editor david@renopassport.com

Gina Adams

Account Executive gina@renopassport.com 775.848.9460

Distribution Manager: Matt Dickens:

Writers: Juliana Bledsoe, Stag Buckthorn, Holly Dehm, Nicole Seaton Graphic Design: Kiley Howard, Court Leve. Photography: Juliana Bledsoe Content and design ©2010 Reno Passport, LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any portion of this magazine without written permission from Reno Passport LLC is strictly prohibited.

Beats

Whitney Myer............................................ pg 20 Mark Sexton CD Review. .................... pg 22 RP Picks of the Month.......................... pg 26 What Went Down: Big Bouce........... pg 28

community

Shakespeare Animal Fund................ pg 38

resources

Map......................................................... pg 42-43 Calendar of Events................................. pg 44

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Northern Nevada Farmers’ Market. ................................. pg 30

shops

Learning Express Toys......................... pg 36

on the Cover: Reno scene builder, Johnno Lazetich, AKA, DJ Rhino at the River School. Photo by David Calvert

FROM THE EDITOR: It’s August, which means the days and nights are hot as we grasp to the last few days of summer. For most of us here at Reno Passport, though, August means one thing and one thing only: BURNING MAN! Though I may be dating myself here, my first burn was in 1996 – before there were roads and rules. But there are so many things to prepare for before you go, whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned vet, which is why we’ve put together a pretty comprehensive guide. Please visit our website (http://renopassport.com) to read more tips and to contribute your own. Cheers… mm CORRECTION: In our July issue, we did not give proper credit to the images of Aisya Loudon’s artwork. The photos were done by Evan Zinser at www. zinserphoto.com.

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Top Tips for Food at Burning Man One of the most crucial elements to enjoying yourself at Burning Man takes place before you even leave town: packing your food. If you haven’t been to Burning Man before or weren’t really playa prepared the last time you went, here are some dietary desert tips from RP staffers. Gina Adams

Minimize Waste: Bring jugs of water and water bottles to refill so that you have less recycling to bring home. If you’re going to drink beer, bring plenty of cheap beer in cans (like Tecate and PBR) because it’s easier to recycle them on the playa or at home. Snack Easy: I eat the shrimp Cup o’ Noodles since you just add boiling water, but my Monty likes to eat breakfast bars. Eat Your Meat: We have a small propane stove to heat water, and we have also grilled sausages on it. We have taken chicken salad and wrapped it in tortillas for an easy proteinpacked alternative. Using an RV: If you have an RV with a microwave, bring mini pizzas and leftover lasagna for quick heating. If you have an RV, with a freezer, bring popsicles to cool yourself down (bring enough to hand out at camp if you want to be a hero). 2 www.renopassport.com

Ed and Heidi Adkins

Boil-in-a-bag: Precook your food and put in gallon storage bags. Reheat bag in boiling water. There’s very little mess to clean, and you can reuse the water to heat other things, like other bag meals and couscous (just add water, cook for five minutes and voila). Minimize Waste: Always precook any pasta to minimize your waste water. Remove all packaging from food items to avoid excess waste you leave or have to haul back yourself. Eat Local: Don’t forget to stop and get Indian Tacos on the way there and on the way back. They’re super authentic and yummy! Be sure to bring cash because they always have their stands up on the side of the road outside Gerlach.

Juliana Bledsoe

Minimize Waste: Remove excess packaging from foods (take the outside box off cereals). Minimize Mess: Prevent soggy cooler messes by making sure everything in your cooler is securely sealed to keep water out. Maximize Cooler Space: Refrigerate only what needs it – many fruits and veggies do better when stored in a dark dry environment. Pack Dry: Dried foods are a great meal builder. Plan meals around dried foods such

as pasta, beans, lentils, etc that are easily cooked and stored. Trail mixes with dried fruits and assorted nuts are a great way to snack and get a natural energy boost. Balance Your Foods: Don’t forget to maintain a balanced diet on the playa. It gets really easy to eat mostly simple carbs and high fat, but remember that fruits and veggies will give you the most energy, help keep you hydrated, and keep things moving with natural fiber. Stay Hydrated: The more water content in the foods you’re eating, the easier it will be to stay hydrated. Also monitor salt intake for this reason.

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Ice, Ice Baby: Pack one cooler full of items that you plan to consume during the first part of the week. Take a second cooler and put dry ice on the top of your food. Tape the cooler shut until mid-week. This will keep your food frozen until the second half of the week. Minimize Waste: Avoid foods that create waste such as watermelons and cantalopes. Take a carton of egg beaters instead of eggs so that you don’t leave the shells behind. Cook Ahead of Time: Precook meats, vaccum seal and freeze to help avoid crosscontamination with other items in the cooler. You can see one of the most common tips is to minimize waste. These are just a few of our staffers’ tips; for more tips, check us out online at http://renopassport.com and be sure to add your own tips to our comments section. www.renopassport.com 3

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Hydration ~ Pre-Playa Festival The Beach at GSR: 06.27.10 at 9pm Reno Passport and The Beach are proud to present Hydration, a music and art event that will take place at 9pm on Friday, Aug. 27, 2010 at The Beach at Grand Sierra Resort . Hydration is intended to be a communal staging area and meeting place for those heading out to the playa in 2010. This year, Hydration will feature five local vendor booths that will showcase local artisans, fashion designers and more as well as music from Bay Area icon Smoove along with Jonboy, The Mener and EJ Luera. Smoove (NewsBreakz) San Francisco scene builder Smoove emerged out of the 90’s drum ‘n bass scene in S.F. and quickly became a fixture of the underground Breakz circuit in 2001. These days, his signature mix of nu skool breakz, funk and electronic dance music can be heard every weekend all over San Francisco’s night life, from underground warehouse parties to his residencies at The End Up, 1015 and Mighty.

school years at Chicago’s legendary Medusa’s nightclub, Jonboy has embraced all elemental sounds of electronic music. After moving to S.F., he has been exposed to the funky overtones of West Coast house that continue to shape his music today. The Mener The Mener is a Reno-based electronic dance music DJ who brings a mix of electronic house music with an occasional break beat and reggae track to keep the crowd hooked. The Mener performs at electronic dance music events throughout the region.

EJ Luera Based out of Reno, EJ Luera is a DJ who has performed on just about every stage in town. EJ plays a variety of music, ranging from Hip Hop, Electronic Dance Music, House and Indie Rock. Costumes and playa attire are strongly encouraged at Hydration. Presale tickets are available for $10 in Sparks at Prism Magic and in Reno at The Melting Pot World EmpoJonboy (Dubalicious/Swag) rium and Recycled Records. Tickets will be San Francisco-based Jonboy will perform at $15 at the door. For more event details, visit Hydration with a mix of Electro, Techno, www.renopassport.com or download the House and Breaks. Since his early high Reno Passport iPhone events application. 6 www.renopassport.com

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Top Tips for Staying Hydrated at Burning Man The temperatures on the playa can skyrocket when the sun is in full force, and for many burners, the hot sun and high temperatures can put them at risk for dehydration. Here are some tips to staying hydrated while at Burning Man and for keeping out of the med tent. Drink Water! The most important tip for burners is to drink a lot of water and drink frequently. Drink at least eight ounces per hour or more if you’re active. The key to staying hydrated is to drink before you get thirsty. Being thirsty is often a sign of onset dehydration, so drink up! Keep Cool If you’re going to be walking during the hottest part of the day (between 1-5pm), dress lightly and pace yourself. Stop at the nearest shade spot every so often to take a break. Sweating excessively adds to the risk of dehydration, so you’ll need to frequently replenish the loss. Protect Yourself from the Sun Protection from the sun is a crucial element in staying hydrated. Consider bringing a widebrimmed hat to shade your head and face from the sun, a bandana to shade your neck and 8 www.renopassport.com

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sunglasses or goggles. Bring and apply temperatures and extra perspiration from plenty of sunscreen and wear lightweight, strenuous activities can increase the risk of light colored clothing (consider a long- dehydration. sleeved shirt with UV protection). LimitÂ CaffeineÂ and Salt Go Easy on the Alcohol Your diet can add to the risk of dehydration in the Alcohol can make it harder to avoid dehydra- desert. Salty foods and caffeine should be contion in hot weather. To help avoid dehydra- sumed in minimal doses to avoid adding to your tion, limit the amount of alcoholic drinks you risk of dehydration while on the playa. If you are have with at least one glass of water. If you excessively thirsty after a meal, chances are that do plan on drinking for a few hours, remem- you need to drink more water. ber to drink extra water before and after you The warning signs of dehydration include headconsume alcohol. ache, dry lips, weakness, nausea and muscle cramping, so be sure to keep an eye on your Avoid Strenuous Activities campmates for these signs. For more tips, Strenuous activities (riding a bike, walking check us out online at http://renopassport.com long distances, dancing etc.) are better saved and be sure to add your own tips to our comfor hours when the sun is down. The high ments section.

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Happy Hour 4-6pm, $1 off Everything! Trivia every Tuesday at 9pm. Your chance to win bar tabs with trivia knowledge

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4-7pm $5 PBR/Jameson, $3 Guinness, Bass, Sierra’s, $3 Wells Special: $4 Jager shots

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4-7pm $5 PBR/Jameson $3 Guinness, Bass, Sierra’s, $3 Wells, $4 Rum Runners (Jack’s fresh Salsa)

4-7pm $5 PBR/Jameson $3 Guinness, Bass, Sierra’s, $3 Wells. Fri $5 Tangbangs/ Sat $4 Sangria

Margarita Monday $3.50 All Day, 4-6pm half-off domestic drafts & wells (Daily)

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Daily Specials: 4-7pm $1.99 premium well spirits, select draft beer, house wine, appetizers and bottomless burgers.

$1 Pitchers of Miller High Life from 9-11pm, Daily Happy Hour 5-8pm, $1 0ff wells, draft and bottled beer.

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4-7pm, $2 Well, $3 Draft, $3 House Wine, $1 PBR, $5 Shot of Jameson or Bulleit + a PBR

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4-7pm, Bike Night $2 Drink Specials

4-7pm, $2 Well, $3 Draft, $3 House Wine

2-7pm: $2 Well, $3 Draft, $3 House Wine Sunday ALL DAY: $2 Well, $3 Draft, $3 House Wine

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Banquet Night $6 Coors Banquet Beer Pitchers

Mug Club Push $1 Off all remaining Beers on you Mug Club Card

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Shopping for Burning Man Costumes – Expressing Yourself In the search for the perfect playa wardrobe, even the avid burner can be overwhelmed by the vast assortment of sequins and fur at his or her disposal. Though the hard decision between the lime and fuchsia legwarmers is still your burden to bear, where to find all of your costume essentials doesn’t have to be.

Reno is home to many local businesses stocked with everything you need to look fresh and funky in Black Rock City. Lauren Gifford of Prism Magic Clothing and Imports in Sparks advises keeping two things in mind when putting together outfits for the Burn. “Make sure that 1, you can ride a bike in it, and 2, it’s porta-potty friendly,” Gifford said. “Speaking from personal experience, it sucks 12 www.renopassport.com

to be in a blue bear suit with the zipper stuck outside a porta-potty at 2am.” Prism Magic carries a wide variety of tutus, corsets, and even super hero costumes and chicken suits. Gifford also caters to men’s costume needs. “I actually do more costuming for men than women,” she said. “Men’s clothing is functional, not fashionable, and it’s hard for them to find fun things.” The Melting Pot World Emporium also carries a selection of men’s wear, and as the official Burning Man ticket outlet for the past 14 years, the Melting Pot has always been a reliable resource for first timers. “For a long time, we’ve really catered our store to burners,” said owner Eric Baron, who runs the store alongside his wife, Monique. “We have a lot of funky, fun, sexy, exotic couture.” In addition to clothing, the Melting Pot is a one-stop shop for light-up nightwear, pasties, hats, accessories and more. Just down the street, Junkee Clothing Exchange carries recycled clothing at affordable prices and features a costume corner to make shopping for playa wear quick and easy.

For a comprehensive selection of hosiery, lingerie and exotic dancewear, The Dollhouse, The Chocolate Walrus, and Romantic Sensations all keep their shelves stocked with sexy attire perfect for the occasion. They also make a special effort to cater to the costume needs of burners as the event draws nearer. Those who want to create original outfits on their own will find that Mill End Fabrics is the prime location for all sewing necessities. This warehouse-based store is filled to the brim with a full selection of fabrics including dozens of faux furs and stretch fabrics for putting together a one-of-a-kind costume to set you apart on the playa. This is also a great place to find fringe, pom poms, and every other sewing notion you may need to put the finishing touch on an epic burn night get-up. Shelter – Gotta Have It

The barren playa offers no naturally occurring shade, and the harsh weather conditions make a dependable shelter an absolute necessity. Daytime highs regularly exceed 100° F, and nighttime lows often dip into the 40’s. The extreme temperatures – coupled with high winds – make the playa an inherently difficult place to live for the week, but local businesses and online resources offer everything you need for dependable shelter in the desert.

A good shade structure makes a huge difference in enduring the blazing sun. Geodesic domes are a popular shade structure that can be assembled with relative ease and are also available pre-made online. For instructions on making your own Geodesic Dome, try www.geometrydome.com. Instructions as well as pre-fabricated domes for sale can also be found at www.desertdomes.com. Twin City Surplus, a long-time local resource for burners, carries tarps, camouflage netting, and parachutes, which all make great coverings for shade structures. Twin City also stocks tents, heavy duty camping stakes and other desert camping essentials. For all the brave tent campers, Cabella’s and REI are also excellent sources for camping supplies. For a more posh playa camping experience, RV’s are a great alternative, and local rental businesses have become more tolerant of renting to burners over the years. However, any availability for RVs during Burning Man have been booked solid for months. Kathy MacDonald, owner of Sierra RV Super Center, advises www.renopassport.com 13

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anyone taking their own RV to the burn to have it serviced before taking it to the playa. “I would have it checked to make sure the battery can hold the charge,” Macdonald said. “And be patient with your air conditioner. The air conditioner an RV will only get the internal air 20° cooler than the outside temperature.” Macdonald also strongly suggests changing the engine and generator oil and cleaning the air filter upon return. A solution of white vinegar and water will help cut the alkaline dust from all other surfaces. “The playa dust never really goes away,” Macdonald said. “It’s the gift that keeps on giving.” Transportation - Your Playa Bike Having a reliable bike at your disposal is a worthwhile investment to make before heading out to the event. Burning Man is a large-scale event, and a bike will not only save you time in navigating the playa, but also the inevitable blisters that show up after walking several miles every day. A beach cruiser or mountain bike is the best option for riding on the playa. The wider tires will make pedaling easier by keeping the bike from sinking into the loose sand. The alkaline dust that makes up the playa is also notoriously hard on bikes, and bringing an expensive, quality bike to the event is generally not recommended. 14 www.renopassport.com

“There’s no point in bringing a nice bike out to Burning Man,” said Ellen Jacobson, program coordinator for the Reno Sparks Kiwanis Bike Program. “It’s not kind to bikes.” The Kiwanis Bike program is a community organization that works year round to get local kids on bikes and to educate them about bike safety and repair. This program partners with Burning Man each year to help provide Burners with inexpensive playa bikes before the event, and to round up bikes after the event that are recycled back into the program. All remaining bikes are available for immediate sale and are priced from $30-$50, based on condition. All proceeds go to Kiwanis bike education programs, and burners are encouraged to donate unneeded bikes back to the program after the event. “It’s a totally symbiotic relationship,” Jacobson said. “The burners are investing in our kids programs.” Reno Bike Project is another local resource for inexpensive playa bikes. About 250 playa-ready bikes are available for $55 on a first come, first served basis. Proceeds go to Reno Bike project for non-profit community bike initiatives. RP Tip: See the Burning Man website (http:// www.burningman.com/) for directions, travel, and rideshare information. Text by Juliana Bledsoe Photos by David Calvert

Text by Nicole Seaton Photos by David Calvert

“It wanted to burn before we even got to the Burn,” he laughs, recounting the process of getting the ’74 Chevy step van across town. Johnno Lazetich and his wife, Jamie CooperLazetich are the creators of the Golden Gate Dream, which will be bridging the gap between theme camps at Burning Man this year. Like conventional bridges, the Golden Gate Dream is constantly evolving. Unlike

the majestic San Francisco bridge for which it was named, however, this bridge doesn’t stay in one place for very long. After attending Burning Man for the first time, Cooper-Lazetich (aka Miss Cooper), told her husband that she wanted two things the following year: an RV and an art car. He had been to Burning Man seven times already and brushed off her enthusiasm as what

seasoned Burners call “Second Year Syndrome” (when someone goes to Burning Man for the first time and leaves the playa with grandiose, seemingly impossible schemes for what they’re going to create next year). She was undeterred, and a short time later, the couple acquired a donated vehicle from a friend. The Golden Gate Dream would soon become reality.

The husband and wife team are a handsome couple, and their varied common interests reflect their creative compatibility. They work together, dj together, and build bridges together. Lazetich, or DJ Rhino, grew up in Reno and went to school at Oregon State and Kansas State, where he played football in college. It was in Kansas in the late ‘90’s that he immersed himself in the burgeoning underground electronica scene. Enamored with its culture and music, he learned how to dj. His name, DJ Rhino, was a nickname given to him by his

college buddies. Lazetich has narcolepsy, a condition that is marked by excessive, daytime sleepiness. When his friends would wake him up, they likened his gruff reaction to that of waking a sleeping rhino. The name stuck, and now it is both his dj and playa name. The couple is as mobile in real life as they are on the Playa. Right

now, they’re on tour. The mobile party is called The Bud Light Great American Summer No-Town Tour. “No-town,” says Cooper-Lazetich. “Where nobody tells you no.” Many djs who they admire tour frequently, and they decided that it was time to hit the road with their music. The joke is that besides playing at the Big Continued on pg 18 www.renopassport.com 17

Bounce music festival and Burning Man, they don’t leave Reno. Instead, they go to a different bar every month and throw a big party. The tour, which started in April and ends in November, is a quirky success. “We go to random bars, we set up for one night only and we take over the bar with a monster sound system, Go-Go girls, disco balls and a full merchandise table,” exudes Lazetich. “We turn it into a club for one night only.” The entrepreneurial team contacted Budweiser,

who loved the idea and quickly signed on as their sponsor. The couple, in addition to their sizeable contribution to Reno’s music scene, works to promote awareness and revenue for local social causes. Lazetich is the cofounder of Battle of the Rattle, a race up Rattlesnake Mountain that benefits the Nevada Diabetes Association for Children and Adults. The annual event has raised nearly $100,000 for the nonprofit organization. This year’s upcoming race will take place on Sept.

25, and the funds will help send children with juvenile diabetes to camp in Lake Tahoe. Whether it’s planning races, dj tours or the next, ambitious addition to the Golden Gate Dream, DJ Rhino and Miss Cooper are creating a sensation wherever they go. Although they don’t have a theme camp at Burning Man, their mobile bridge is easy to spot. You can enjoy their music on the Playa during a special appearance on Wednesday night at Reno on Fire pre-

sented by (BRC) Roots Society (look for the biggest white dome on the playa). You can also enjoy the pulsating, rhythmic beat of their music on their mutant vehicle- just look for the arching lights of the Golden Gate Dream. Hop on quick and pay the toll, because the bridge doesn’t stay put for long. “The bridge,” Lazetich says, “Goes everywhere!”

UPCOMING PROMOTIONS at ACES BALLPARK

ST. MARY’S FIREWORKS FRIDAY presented by KOLO 8

Friday, August 6, 7:05 p.m.

YOUTH CATCHER’S BACKPACKS presented by Dillard’s

1,500 fans, 12 and younger Sunday, August 8, 5:05 p.m.

HOT DOGS IN PARADISE

Aces wearing island-themed jerseys for charity Saturday, August 21, 7:05 p.m.

SIMPSONS NIGHT presented by Fox 11

Celebrate 21 seasons of the Simpsons on TV! Sunday, August 22, 5:05 p.m.

50-CENT HOT DOG NIGHT presented by Fox 11

Bring your quarters and enjoy 50-cent hot dogs! Tuesday, August 31, 7:05 p.m.

COORS LIGHT THIRSTY THURSDAY™ presented by Lotus Radio and Reno News & Review

$2 Coors beer specials until the 5th inning Thursday,July August 5, 7:05 Thursday, 15, 7:05 p.m. p.m. Thursday,July September 7:05 p.m. Thursday, 29, 7:052,p.m.

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WHITNEY MYER Whitney Myer is a singer-songwriter who has been playing in the Reno-Sparks area for about a decade – since she was only 14. Surrounded by music her entire life, Whitney has received formal vocal training and plays guitar and the keyboard, which is quite obvious when you see and hear her perform. The band has recently released a new album entitled “Dream Killer,” which is inspired by the theme that we can sometimes be our own worst enemies by preventing our dreams and aspirations from becoming reality. The album is filled with songs that will take you on a soulful journey of popfunky tracks that are played by two of Reno’s most talented local music veterans: her father, Scott Myer, who plays guitar; and her uncle, Fred Myer, who plays the drums. Both her father and uncle previously toured with national bands No Doubt and Sublime. Vocals, of course, are belted by Whitney, a dynamic 23 year old whose colossal stage presence and vocal virility are somewhat surprising for her small size. On Aug. 26th at 7pm, The Whitney Myer Band will be releasing their new album 20 www.renopassport.com

“Dream Killer” at the Knitting Factory with special guests Sturdy Beggars and The Charm of Hugo. The Whitney Myer Band will be donating half of their merchandise sales and all proceeds from ticket sales to the Northern Nevada International Center, a local non-profit organization that builds bridges of international awareness and understanding to promote the equality of all peoples. Tickets can be picked up from the following locations: Java Jungle, The Melting Pot, Discology, Recycled Records, The Reno Bike Project, The Great Basin Brewery and Chapel Tavern. Tickets will also be at the door for $6 the night of the show. Find and friend Whitney Myer on Facebook, and be sure to check them out on their MySpace page (http://www.myspace.com/thewhitneymyerband). RP Tip: Visit iTunes or CDbaby for a sneak peak of tracks from the new album.

Listen in to “Listen Out” The Mark Sexton Band’s New Album Mark Sexton’s passion for the sound and dedication of soul singers from past and present is evident in “Listen Out,” the sophomore album that raises the bar from the group’s last work on “Multiformity.” The songwriting, harmony and foundation all have seemed to fall right into place with this latest release. The band’s latest musical creation urges their audience to stop hearing music and to start listening to music. Because of the live studio recording done in Seattle, Wash., this album is as alive with passion and feeling as it should be. The construction of this performance has been two years in the making and has been well worth it. The patience put forth into this album collec22 www.renopassport.com

tively by the band is completely audible, and you can hear the work of art within this album. The Mark Sexton Band has led the way in further innovating the sounds of soul and reggae since 2006. The depth and body of the group’s work stems from their deep understanding of music and the message that it bears. The Mark Sexton Band flexes a significant message in their music: pure emotion and love. This group takes pride in the production of their sound, leaving no room for artificial feeling or contrived songwriting. Continued on pg 22

It’s clear The Mark Sexton Band doesn’t think twice when it comes to writing from the heart. Ignoring short-lived musical trends, the sounds from this group move on to see something more meaningful. Three full tours across the entire west coast speak volumes about the band’s musicianship and dedication to spreading their music and message. The success from their travels let the music speak for itself to all who witnessed their performances. Seeing albums find new homes at every show has pushed this dynamic group to new heights.

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With the band’s potential hardly even tapped, this is truly a group you do not want to lose sight of. Listening to “Listen Out” will show you why. Text by Stag Buckthorn Band Photo by Alex Lemus

You can catch their CD release show at The Nugget Celebrity Showroom on Thur., Aug. 19 at 7pm. Find them online at http://marksextonband.com and http://myspace.com/marksextonreno.

RP’s Picks of the month August 1 Matisyahu Grand Sierra Resort

August 1 Anuhea Stranger Tamarama The Underground

August 4 Michael Franti and Spearhead Knitting Factory

August 4 Medusa The Underground

August 5 Dropkick Murphy’s Grand Sierra Resort

August 7 Ned Evett Knitting Factory

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August 7 Buster Blue Studio on 4th

August 7 Rebel Bass Collective Micah J Tdub BRC All Stars The Underground

August 9 Reverend Horton Heat Knitting Factory

August 10 Deftones Grand Sierra Resort

August 13 Drinking With Clowns Zephyr Lounge

August 13 Weston Buck CD Release Knitting Factory

August 13 Dawes My Flag is on Fire Buster Blue The Underground

August 20 Excision Tonic Lounge

August 20 Hypercrush Far East Movement The Alley

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For three days and three nights, June 18-21, Champagne and Baconâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Big Bounce Festival brought music and camping to the banks of the Feather River, taking over the small mining town of Belden, Calif. The festival featured headliners like Bubtribe Sound System, Deekline featuring Keith MacKenzie and MC Sporty-O, Beats Antique and UK hip hop pioneer DJ Vadim.

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Northern Nevada Farmers’ Markets It’s that time of year when farmers come to market their produce and local products – the time when fresh local fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, handmade foods and goods can be acquired on an almost daily basis. It’s summer time, which means farmers’ markets time. Nevada farmers come to market in August. The social impact of farmers’ markets is greater than most understand because there is no agenda and no shopping list. People see old friends and make new friends at markets. Shopping at a farmers’ market is a different type of shopping because it’s a social atmosphere. Even in this economy, people come to farmers’ markets.

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Here’s a list by day of nearly every farmers’ market that operates in the area. TUESDAYS Reno: Shoppers Square (corner of Plumb Lane and South Virginia Street) from 8am1pm (June 8 – Oct. 5). Good senior markets. Senior nutrition program. $30 booklets to low-income seniors who qualify. Hispanic. Details: 746-5024, crystlbrdg@hotmail.com. Sparks: United Methodist Church (1231 Pyramid Way) from 8am-1pm (June 1 – Sept. 14). WEDNESDAYS Reno: Somersett Towne Square (7650 Town Square Way) from 4-8pm (June 16 – Aug.

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25). This fun, family-friendly market has easy parking, about 30 rotating vendors (most of which are local), face painting for kids, and live entertainment from 5-8pm. Carson City: Pony Express Pavilion (Located in Mills Park at 1111 East William Street) from 3-7pm (June 9 – Aug. 25). THURSDAYS Sparks: Sparks Hometown Farmers’ Market (Victorian Avenue) from 4-9pm (June 10 – Aug. 19 except on Aug. 5 because of Hot August Nights). In addition to fruits and vegetables, enjoy ready-to-eat foods, drinks, arts and crafts, a fun zone for kids, music performances and karaoke. Virginia City: Miners Park (next to the Senior Center) from 3-6pm (June 10 – Oct. 10). Details: Jeannie Gribbin, 847-9533.

Reno: Sierra Summit Shopping Mall (corner of South Virginia Street and Mt. Rose Highway) from 9am1pm (June 12 – Sept. 11). Carson City: Saturday Morning Farmers’ Market (in the Third and Curry streets parking lot) from 9am-1pm (June 19 – Sept.18).

SUNDAYS Reno: West Street Market (downtown Reno on West Street between First and Second streets) from 9am-1pm (June 27 – Sept. 18). Details: 334-2077. Reno: The Grove at South Creek (95 Foothill Road at South Virginia Street) from 9am-1pm FRIDAYS (June 6 – Sept. 5). Beignets, mimosas, music, Reno: Tamarack Junction Casino (13101 S. and kids’ activities. Virginia St.) from 8am-1pm (June 11 – Oct. 8). Neighborhood market that is big enough RP Tip: For a more comprehensive list that but not too big. includes markets in northern Nevada and California, please visit Edible Reno-Tahoe SATURDAYS Magazine online at EdibleRenoTahoe.com Reno: California Avenue Market (Reno Village and click on the 2010 FARMERS’ MARKET Shopping Center at California Avenue and Booth SCHEDULE link under the Resources tab. Street) from 8am-1pm (June 5 – Oct. 2). 32 www.renopassport.com

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Learning Express Toys 197 Damonte Ranch Parkway | Reno | 775.853.7884 | www.reno.learningexpress-toys.com/ Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-8:30pm; Sun 10am-5pm Learning Express Toys is a specialty toy store laden with a magical charm that envelopes one upon entrance. Grounded and built on the belief that toys should encourage creativity and learning, foster developmental growth, and, of course, be fun, Reno’s local Learning Express Toys is doing just that and more - a lot more. The educational toy store is filled from bottom to top with unique toys for children of all ages. The shelves are loaded with a wide variety learning toys, infant toys and baby toys not found at larger retailers, making shopping here an exciting experience. Owners Suzanne and Wade Peterson have made the store an integral part of the community by giving back through fundraising and other charitable programs.

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“This year, we focused on giving to local schools and supported the Children’s Miracle Network,” Suzanne said. The store also held a toy drive to benefit Ashlee’s Toy Closet. Giving and getting gifts at the toy store is perhaps the most unique thing about shopping there. The Birthday Box gift registry makes gift giving extremely fun and simple. Children with an upcoming birthday can visit the store and fill a box with all the toys, games, puzzles, arts and crafts kits, science and nature products, construction toys, books and dolls their little hearts’ desire. Then the box goes on display with the child’s name, and gift givers simply come in and pick out a toy from the bucket. The birthday boy or girl receives registry cards to include in their party invitations.

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At the beginning of August, an exclusive Uglydoll called Nandy Bear will be released, and Reno’s Learning Express Toys will be the only store in Nevada to sell this blue bear. Uglydolls were created when designer David Horvath signed letters to his love, Sun-Min, with a little cartoon of his character Wage at the bottom of the letter saying, “I miss you and I love you” next to it. Sun-Min sewed a doll of Wage and sent it to David in the mail. Soon after, the dolls were in mass production. “I have had the privilege to work with the creator on how their line can work better,” said Suzanne. “We’ve even been able to provide customers with autographed dolls.” Owners Suzanne and Wade Peterson were inspired to open the local franchise when they found there was no place in Reno to get what they needed for their two children, one of which is autistic and the other highly gifted. They decided they wanted to do something that allowed them to work with their children. The Petersons opened Learning Express Toys on Black Friday (the day after Thanksgiving) in 2007, and since then, they’ve been attending toy conventions nationwide to stay on top of the newest, hottest toys on the market. They carefully research and select products from manufacturers from across the world. If they don’t have an item a customer is looking for, it is ordered by the time they leave the store. 36 www.renopassport.com

“We listen to the pulse of what are customers want,” Suzanne said. Be sure to visit the Learning Express Toys store to sign up for coupons, fan them on Facebook (facebook.com/learningexpressreno) and follow them on Twitter (@LEtoysInc) Text by Holly Dehm Photos by Juliana Bledsoe

August marks back to school time! The store will be having specials all month long. September will have a Birthday Sale to celebrate the anniversary of Learning Express Toys.

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Shakespeare Animal Fund: Helping Pets and People in Need 142 Vassar St. | Reno | 775.342.7040 | www.shakespeareanimalfund.org/ Hours: Tues-Sat 10:30am-2:30pm Named after a cocker spaniel that became ill in 2003, Shakespeare Animal Fund is a nonprofit organization that has been helping low-income pet owners pay emergency veterinarian bills. Since January of 2004, the organization has paid out more than $250,000, which has helped to save pets’ lives and also enhance the quality of life for their owners. In an effort to raise money to continue helping pets and people in need, Shakespeare Animal Fund will be holding a gala fundraiser called Applause for Paws. The fundraiser will take place on Aug. 13, 2010 from 6-9pm at Circus Circus. In its third year, Applause for Paws will feature world-renown dog “There will be various types of trainer J.R. Johns music, including opera and bluedoing a small dog act. grass,” said Jennifer Webb, Executive This event will also Director of Shakespeare Animal Fund. feature champagne, appetizers, a chocolate “We have several different ways to make the fountain, a silent auction and different music. evening fun and to raise additional monies.” 38 www.renopassport.com

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Thursday’s Throughout August

Sparks Hometown Farmers Market

Details at www.ci.sparks.nv.us

August 5

KTHX’s First Thursday at the Nevada Museum of Art Music by Mojo Green

5-7pm Details at www.kthxfm.com

July 20 – August 8

Hot August Nights Recognized as the largest classic car and nostalgia festival in the United States. Details at www.hotaugustnights.net

Through August 7 Lake Tahoe Music Festival Northstar at Tahoe

5pm to 10pm Details at www.tahoemusic.org

August 13

La Bussola’s Fourth Annual Pink Party Reno Pride, Live Art, Go Go Dancers, Raffles A benefit for Build Our Center Inc 9pm at Tronix 303 Kietzke Ln. www.tronixreno.com

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August 14 – 15

9th Annual Brews, Jazz & Funk Fest Featuring on Saturday: Soulive Garaj Mahal Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band Featuring on Sunday: Rebirth Brass Band The Pimps of Joytime Funky Miracle Squaw Valley, CA Details at www.squaw.com

August 14

14th Annual Gay Pride Join the fun at Reno’s 14th Annual Gay Pride Celebration to be held in Wingfield Park Details at www.renogaypride.com

August 19

Mark Sexton Band CD Release Party ‘Listen Out’ With opening support by My Flag is on Fire Guest appearance by Whitney Myer

7pm, All Ages, $15* (includes a copy of the new album) Celebrity Showroom John Ascuaga’s Nugget Casino www.janugget.com

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August 21

Hydration A costumed gathering before Burning Man. Featuring Smoove, JonBoy, The Mener and EJ Luera Live painting by local artists

10pm at the Little Waldorf Saloon Details at www.lilwal.com

Rural Rumble Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts Event

26th Annual Taste for Art

Nevada Museum of Art, 6-9pm Details at www.nevadaart.org

Official After Party Rocky Horror Picture Show The Little Wal will be holding a costume contest with prizes and 99 cent themed drink specials to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the show!

Through August 22

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival

Details at www.laketahoeshakespeare.com

August 25 – 29 Nevada Territory Wild West Fair

Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center Details at www.wildwestfair.com

August 26

Whitney Myer Band CD Release Party Opening support by: The Charm of Hugo Sturdy Beggars Show at 7pm. $6-$14 The Knitting Factory Details at www.re.knittingfactory.com

9pm at The Beach at The Grand Sierra Resort 2500 E. Second St. Presale tickets at The Melting Pot, Prism Magic and Recycled Records. www.renopassport.com

August 28

Fallon, NV www.letsgetitonpromotions.com

August 29

La Tomatina Tomato Fight

3pm at City Plaza, $10 10 N. Virginia St. Details at www.blog.clubcalneva.com

August 29-Sept 6 Burning Man 2010 Art Theme: Metropolis

Black Rock City, NV www.burningman.com

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