Edible Reno-Tahoe

COOKIE RIDE
2021-05-23 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Crystal Peak Park
After a hiatus in 2020, the 16th ALMOST-ANNUAL “COOKIE RIDE”will be Sunday May 23, celebrating the anniversary of the Mogul-Verdi trail 2005 opening. Homemade cookies and lemonade will be served at Crystal Peak Park in Verdi from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with each bike club, running club, and friends’ groups planning your own departure time and place. We serve only home-baked cookies, and we need more bakers to make 2 dozen cookies each. To volunteer, email Anna Bell at bellaj2006@yahoo.com

Sierra Foothill Farm Tour
2021-05-23 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Grass Valley/Nevada City
Get connected to where your food comes from and meet the farmers who grow the food we eat! Visit three Sierra Foothill farms in and around the Grass Valley and Nevada City area. Enjoy a seasonal lunch in the field prepared with local food by Three Forks Bakery & Brewery Co. in Nevada City. $40 includes the tour and lunch.
In compliance with Covid precautions, attendees will drive in their own car and caravan (carpooling is suggested for groups comfortable traveling together). Detailed maps and directions will provided. Participants will be required to socially distance while on farm.
For Tickets, visit our ticket page, click here!
For more information: contact us at shawna@tahoefoodhub.org or call 530-562-7150

Arts Reawakening Ceremony and Candlelight Vigil
2021-05-22 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Reno City Plaza
Join all of us at Sierra Arts for a candlelight vigil celebrating the reawakening of Reno’s arts community. We will commemorate this opening of Reno art scene with music by Kingwhistler and Free Range, with words from leaders in the Reno arts community. The conclusion of the event will be honored with the lighting of candles, a blessing by Ray Valdez, and the signing of a ‘Welcome Back’ banner to the arts.

Expressive Watercolor with Maria Partridge
2021-05-22 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Artech, 130 Woodland Ave, Reno, NV, 89523
In Expressive Watercolor, you will be encouraged to create from your heart and express yourself while learning the luminous medium of watercolor. Have fun! YOU are the most important thing you bring to your painting. Your vision and self-expression are more important than accuracy and realism, and when your painting is full of personal meaning, it expresses – YOU!
“If I create from the heart, nearly everything works; if from the head, almost nothing.” – Chagall

CANstruction
2021-05-19 - 2021-05-23 | Meadowood Mall
For the 18th year the American Institute of Architects of Northern Nevada (AIANN) prepares for CANstruction, presented by Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, an event to benefit the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. There are nine participating this year, with five of those being student teams. Each team designs a structure that they will create out of canned food and which will be judged, viewed and finally donated to the hungry in the community through the Food Bank of Northern Nevada.
This year’s CANstruction event will be held at Meadowood Mall from Wednesday, May 19 through Sunday May 23, 2021. The structures will be built during a twelve-hour period on Wednesday, May 19. Teams will gather with their food and build in the mall keeping the structure inside a 10’x10’x10’ area. Teams will practice teamwork, planning, design and giving back to the community all at one event. Participants and spectators of CANstruction this year are asked to wear masks and practice social distancing when possible to help keep all involved safe.
“We are excited that even with the challenges throughout the last year, we are able to come together to build structures that will ultimately serve the many families who need help in our community right now,” said Fred Graham, architect and CANstruction committee co-chairman for northern Nevada. “I always look forward to CANstruction and I am grateful that we will have five student teams joining us this year.”
The structures will be judged on Thursday morning by a panel of jurors in 5 categories. Teams will be competing for the following awards: Best Original Design, Structural Ingenuity, Best Meal, Best Use of Labels and Most Cans. This year’s award will be held virtually to limit the number of people that will in one place at a time. All entries will be submitted to the national level of CANstruction to be judged at the international level against award winners in over 100 other cities worldwide. The public is invited to vote in the People’s Choice award from 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 19 through Monday, May 24. Each vote is $1 and all of the money goes to the Food Bank of Northern Nevada where $1 helps to deliver 3 meals to those who need them. People’s choice voting will take place virtually with a ($10 vote minimum) at fbnn.org. The structures will be on display, however, throughout the weekend at Meadowood Mall for the public to see.

Gardening in Small Places: solving garden problems ZOOM CLASS
2021-05-15 09:00 - 11:30 UTC | University of Nevada, Reno Extension
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension is an outreach arm of the University that extends unbiased, research-based knowledge to local communities. Educational programs and projects are developed based on local needs in partnership with other agencies and volunteers.
Gardening in Small Places: solving garden problems As summer approaches, you may notice holes in leaves, black spots on the bottoms of the tomatoes, spots on the leaves, your squash not developing or a variety of other things. If you’d like to know what the problems are and what to do about them, please come and join Dr. Angela O’Callaghan as she explains about the common problems in the garden, how they happen, how you can avoid them and what to do about them if they occur.
Pre-registration is required
There are no refunds for this class

6th Annual Kentucky Derby party
2021-05-01 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | The Depot, 325 EAST FOURTH STREET, Reno, Nevada, 89501
The event will feature a selection of bottomless favorites such as mimosas, Ranch Hand American Ale and Mint Julips. Traditional Hot Brown sandwiches and a full spread of assorted food favorites will be paired with the drinks. Tickets are $80 per person and available for purchase at The Depot or by calling 775-737-4330.

KTMB’s Great Community Cleanup
2021-05-01 08:00 - 12:00 UTC
Join KTMB for our annual Great Community Cleanup on May 1st, 2021!
KTMB’s Great Community Cleanup’s focuses on the problems invasive weeds cause for native ecosystems and the hazards posed by illegal dumping in our open spaces. By tackling these problems head on, we have the opportunity to improve our regions sustainability for years to come.
Volunteers will join us at local parks and open spaces to complete projects that improve the health of our local environment by completing projects that address our focus areas. Projects will range from litter pickup to invasive weed removal to the cleanup of illegal dumpsites and much more.
Volunteer signups coming in March!

Race for the Roses
2021-05-01 | Carson Valley Medical Center, 1107 U.S. Highway 395 North, Gardnerville, Nevada, 89410
Join us for the Race for the Roses – the annual fundraising gala for the Carson Valley Medical Center Hospital Foundation. CVMC Hospital Foundation’s philanthropic promise is to work diligently to raise funds to acquire healthcare equipment and programs that meet the needs of, and enrich the lives of, our community.
To purchase tickets or for sponsorship opportunities, visit http://weblink.donorperfect.com/racefortheroses
Proceeds from this event will support our Imagine Cancer Care Campaign here at CVMC.
This year we will be celebrating health, wellness and supporting our local hospital and healthcare workers from the comfort of your own home! We know that face to face connection is so important, so gather your closest friends and family, be COVID compliant, enjoy the Kentucky Derby in the comfort of your own home and watch a prerecorded segment at your leisure on our CVMC YouTube channel (will be posted on our CVMC Foundation Facebook page as well). We will be on Facebook live from 1:00pm – 2:00pm on May 1st to draw raffle tickets and announce the grand prize winner!
Email questions to: kbodenstein@cvmchospital.org

A.V.A. Ballet Theatre's THE LITTLE MERMAID
2021-05-01 | Pioneer Center, 100 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV, 89501
A.V.A. Ballet Theatre presents The Little Mermaid, rescheduled from 2020.

Grow Your Own, Nevada! Saving Seeds from your Garden
2021-04-29 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Learn the secrets of high desert gardening
The University of Nevada, Reno Extension is offering eight “Grow Your Own, Nevada!” classes in spring statewide to help Nevadans who want to get on a path to more sustainable, local, healthy living by growing and preserving more of their own food.
The workshops will provide gardeners and those interested in growing healthy foods with a “back-to-the-basics” guide to great harvests in Nevada.
Fees:
In light of developments regarding COVID-19, the Grow Your Own, Nevada! spring class series will continue to be offered for free in an online format in lieu of in-person classes.

Grow Your Own, Nevada! Cover Crops for Backyard Gardens
2021-04-27 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | University of Nevada, Reno Extension

The Big Groove-in
2021-04-24 19:00 UTC | Sierra Community House, 948 Incline Way, Incline Village, Nevada, 89451
For 10 years, we hosted the Father Daughter Dance in the North Lake Tahoe-Truckee community. This year we are going VIRTUAL and including mothers, sons & the entire family.

After a year of COVID, it’s time to dance, groove, and have some fun! Please join us on April 24th for a VIRTUAL dance for the whole family. The dance will include a pre-recorded live DJ set by our region’s top DJ, Tracy McClain. She has put together a special playlist that is fun for kids of all ages. Why a family dance and not a traditional Father Daughter Dance? Because it is still not safe to hold large gatherings, Sierra Community House wanted to do something virtual that was meaningful for families in our community who may be experiencing extra stress and tension. Dancing makes you feel happy; and some of that pure happiness comes from the bonding dancing promotes. So, while we are breaking from tradition this year, we encourage you to come together as a family on this special night and groove! Participate, dance, bond. Show your family spirit. Show us your best groove moves! Like and tag us on Instagram and Facebook with your fun dance pics. Let’s show our community that COVID won’t stop us from experiencing joy and happiness!
The Big Groove-in is a free event. You must register to receive the party package which includes access to a pre-recorded live DJ set/video, goody bag with activities, and 1 raffle entry to win fun prizes donated by local businesses.
Participants have the option of purchasing additional raffle tickets. Raffle prizes include dinner at local restaurant Mini Golf, free ice cream, Nevada Museum of Art membership, rafting on the Truckee River, and more.

Grow Your Own, Nevada! Lower Risk Pesticide Products and Practices
2021-04-22 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | University of Nevada, Reno Extension

Annual Seedling Sale
2021-04-22 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Great Basin Community Food Co-op, 240 Court St, Reno, Nevada, 89501
This year’s seedling sale will be a hybrid of last year’s online sale andthe wonderful in-person community street event of prior years. Here’s howit will work:

The farmer seedling sale website goes live today (April 2). You can view the offerings and place pre-orders from home at https://gbcfc-seedling-sale.myshopify.com/. Or simply click on the 2021 Seedling Sale picture above.

All pre-ordered seedlings will be picked up directly from the farmer you ordered them from between 8 am and 11 am at the farmer’s booth. You must have your receipt either printed or on your phone in order to pick up your plants.

All seedlings not committed to pre-orders will be available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis from 11 am until noon directly from the farmers at their booths. Please bring cash.

The city of Reno is letting us hold the street event in front of the Co-op like we’ve done for the last 15 years as long as we have a COVID-19 plan in place. So please bring your mask and prepare to social distance.

Grow Your Own, Nevada! The Art and Science of Hot Composting
2021-04-20 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | University of Nevada, Reno Extension

Native Plant Pollinator Gardening Workshop
2021-04-17 13:30 - 15:00 UTC | University of Nevada, Reno Extension
Pollinators such as bees and butterflies are crucial for helping to produce the fruits and vegetables grown in Nevada. But it’s not just bees and butterflies. Wasps and flies also visit native flowers, and they provide another important service as pest control for many farm and garden insect pests. To encourage homeowners to support native pollinator populations, University of Nevada, Reno Extension is presenting free workshops in Reno and Elko on using native plants to attract pollinators and other beneficial insects.

“Native plants are a beautiful part of our local landscape, as well as crucial resources for a huge number of native insects,” Integrated Pest Management Educator Kevin Burls, with the Extension unit of the University’s College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources, said. “Planting native species of plants can beautify your landscape, reduce your water usage, increase survival of seedlings, and provide habitat for flower visitors.”

The workshop will cover local pollinator diversity and ecology, review common native plants and how to garden for pollinators, and end with a short hands-on demonstration on planting native pollinator seedlings. Participants will receive native pollinator plant seeds adapted for their region.

The Reno workshop is 1:30-3 p.m., April 17, at the Truckee Meadows Nature Study Area, 6800 Pembroke Drive. Register online by April 14 at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScokNj0hrMroumYn0QOTpwlgX-hJcYfnCCmC1qm2AFlcyjZZw/viewform.

The Elko workshop is 10-11:30 a.m., June 12, at the Extension office in Elko County, 701 Walnut St. Register online by June 10 at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYjDNDcATnndNKugQ6_8ZpLsEDwvadaTvn3VEp6aj-EzZQ1Q/viewform.

Both workshops will be held outdoors regardless of weather, and all COVID-19 safety requirements will be enforced, including social distancing and the use of masks. Persons in need of special accommodations or assistance must email Burls at kburls@unr.edu, or call him at 775-336-0255 at least three days prior to the scheduled class.

SPIRIT Making Class-CREME DE CACAO
2021-04-17 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | High Mark Distillery, 4690 Longley Lane, Unit 28, Reno, Nevada, 89502
Enjoy two absolutely heavenly Chocolate Cocktails plus sample exotic chocolates, and enjoy Italian Tiramisu Cake.

11th Annual Loping Coyote Farms Plant Sale
2021-04-17 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Loping Coyote Farms

Optimal Health Nutrition
2021-04-15 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | TMCC Meadowood Center, 5270 Neil Rd., South Bldg., Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Give your body the fuel it needs to run its very best while increasing your energy and well-being. Discuss nutrition myths, types of hydration, sugar and processed foods, super foods, as well as GMOs and organic choices. Devise successful eating strategies and learn how to reset your digestive system’s micro-biome to minimize GI distress. Take home a one-week meal plan.

Grow Your Own, Nevada! Nutrients and Fertilizers
2021-04-15 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | University of Nevada, Reno Extension

Gardening in Northern Nevada Soils
2021-04-13 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | University of Nevada, Reno Extension

Authentic Thai Vegetarian Cuisine
2021-04-12 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Café de Thai, 760 S Virginia St, Reno, NV, 89501
Learn to make sumptuous authentic and modern vegetarian Thai meals at home. Come and enjoy tasting vegetable spring rolls, veggie pad Thai and mango sticky rice you will make. Gain a basic knowledge of Southern Asian herbs and curry. Improve your wok skills and practice the steaming method for cooking desserts. $35 materials fee.

Make your own Scotch, Whiskey, or Bourbon in Make your own Scotch, Whiskey, or Bourbon in the SMOKE BOXES!
2021-04-10 17:00 UTC | High Mark Distillery, 4690 Longley Lane, Unit 28, Reno, Nevada, 89502
Choose from 5 different types of wood, to make your drinks taste completely unique!
Tasty Treat= Charcuterie Board of Smoked Meats, Smoked Cheeses???? , and Pickled Veggies!

Make your own Scotch, Whiskey, or Bourbon in the SMOKE BOXES!
2021-04-10 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | High Mark Distillery, 4690 Longley Lane, Unit 28, Reno, Nevada, 89502
Choose from 5 different types of wood, to make your drinks taste completely unique!
Tasty Treat= Charcuterie Board of Smoked Meats, Smoked Cheeses???? , and Pickled Veggies! ????????

Grow Your Own, Nevada!! Growing Berries 101
2021-04-08 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | University of Nevada, Reno Extension

Grow Your Own, Nevada! Starting Plants from Seed
2021-04-06 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | University of Nevada, Reno Extension

The Park Farm Stand
2021-04-04 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Betsy Caughlin Donnelly Park, 3295 Mayberry Dr., Reno, NV, 89519
We will have seasonally appropriate veggie seedlings, perennial plants, dried herbs, and more.

Amick Events Spring Fling at Lattin Farms
2021-04-02 - 2021-04-03 | Lattin Farms, 1955 McLean Road, Fallon, NV, 89406

Gardening in Nevada: The Bartley Ranch Series - Successful Vegetable Gardening
2021-03-30 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Randy Robison, Washoe County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer, will share his secrets to harvesting abundant, award-winning produce from in-ground and raised garden beds in our high desert climate. Randy will share information about amending the soil to help plants thrive, the importance of crop rotation, and strategies to increase yields. Plus, companion planting benefits and how to discourage unwanted pests.
