UNR Ski Team Hosts Inaugural Scotch and Ski Kick Off Party
Nov 21, 2009 .
Ceol Irish Pub, 538 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV
University of Nevada, Reno Ski Team, Ceol Irish Pub, Butcher Boy, and Southern Wine and Spirits team up to bring you the inaugural Scotch and Ski Kick Off Party.
Gourmet catering, liquor tasting, and silent auction. $25 entry includes food and drink specials, additional $50 for premium scotch and whiskey tasting
All proceeds benefit Nevada Skiing
Be welcomed into the Nevada skiing family and meet the coaches and athletes of the University of Nevada, Reno Ski Team in a festive atmosphere to benefit Nevada Skiing. Gourmet catering from Butcher Boy will be matched with premium scotch, whiskey, wine, and beer. A silent auction will also take place. Get into the winter spirit and support the
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Holiday Sip N’ Shop Wine Walk
Nov 21, 2009 2 to 5 p.m.
downtown Reno
Stroll through Riverwalk District shops, cafes and more, enjoy live entertainment, festive cocktails and wine from more than 20 downtown businesses in a Holiday Sip N’ Shop Wine Walk Sat., Nov. 21 from 2 to 5 p.m. in downtown Reno. Participants can enter for a chance to win a variety of prizes and help out a good cause at the same time.
For $20, individuals age 21 and older with a valid photo ID, get a wine glass, a wrist band and a map of the merchants pouring wine. Riverwalk District wine walks benefit a different charity every month. Parking is available in public lots.
The November Sip N’ Shop benefits Catholic Community Services which provides food, clothing, shelter and a helping hand to all people in need.
Sip N’ Shop Supports “Holiday Harvest Happening.”
Riverwalk District merchants have teamed with the West Street Market to help promote the “Holiday Harvest Happening” supporting the Food Bank of Northern Nevada on Sat., Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The event includes entertainment, food vendors, workshops, music, face painters and more.
Both the Sip N’ Shop and the “Holiday Harvest Happening” are designed to introduce people to the more than 45 unique boutiques, restaurants, spas and entertainment options available in downtown Reno.
“Riverwalk District shops are just filled with unique items,” said Valerie Neish, president of the Reno Riverwalk Merchants Association. “Our friendly shop keepers can even help you find the perfect gift.”
The Riverwalk District is also a sponsor for the Nov. 28th Holiday Parade, “Holidazzle” in downtown Reno.
For a full list of merchants, restaurants and entertainment in the Riverwalk District, visit www.renoriver.org.
HOPEworldwide Drive-Up Coat Drive
Nov 21, 2009 10am - 3pm
315 Record St., Reno, NV 89512
Our 501(c)3 organization, HOPE worldwide - Reno Chapter, along with the national organization One Warm Coat, is holding a drive-up coat drive at the Homeless Shelters operated by Volunteers of America at 315 Record St. in Reno on Saturday, November 21, 2009. The event is from 10am to 3pm. All gently-used coats, jackets and other cold weather clothing (hats, gloves, etc.) donated will be given FREE, directly to the homeless in the Reno area through the shelters.
Mary Atkins
775-544-5832
Santa Paws Holiday Auction
Nov 21, 2009 .
Miners Foundry, 325 Spring Street, Nevada City, CA 95959
Join us for our 9th annual silent auction to benefit Nevada County animals.
Tickets available at Animal Save Thrift & Treasures and Briar Patch Co-Op in Grass Valley and Harmony Books in Nevada City.
$12 in advance/$15 at the door
AnimalSave
530) 271-7071
www.animalsave.org
Moana Nursery Seminar
Nov 21, 2009 .
1100 West Moana Lane, 11301 South Virginia Street, and 7655 Pyramid Highway.
Preparing Your Landscape for Winter Pests!
Jim Stanton, Pyramid Hwy. General Manager, Professional Gardner & Critter Control Expert.
Get ready to keep your garden pests under control, as they can wreak havoc during the winter if not maintained. There are some garden pests who love the winter; Jim will thoroughly discuss how to protect your yard and landscape from deer, voles, rabbits and more. Disease control will also be covered.
All seminars are free and held at Moana Nursery, 1900 W. Moana Lane in our Landscape Design Center. Seminars begin promptly at 10 a.m. and last one hour. Please arrive 15 minutes early, as seating is limited to 60 and is first come, first served.
Visit www.moananursery.com or call (775) 825-0600 for more information.
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