Sparks, NV

Arts in Bloom

Sparks, Nevada. If you are looking for something to do this Mother's Day don't miss out on the sixth annual Arts in Bloom festival at the Sparks Marina Park.

The event benefits the Northern Nevada Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. You can enjoy artwork, food, and entertainment. You will also be able to participate in a special celebrity painted plate auction featuring well-known figures. All proceeds will go to the Komen fo rthe Cure Foundation of Northern Nevada.

This event is free and open to the public. The Sparks Marina Park is located at 300 Howard Drive. Art sales, food vendors and music begin at 10:00AM.

MOMS ON THE RUN

Another big local event happening this Mother's Day, May 11, 2008 is the eighth annual MOMS ON THE RUN event sponsered by Pinocchio's restaurants. The event is a non-profit organization formed in 2000 to raise money to assist local women with breast cancer. All monies raised will be donated to specific needs of women's cancer in Norhtern Nevada.

In this activity your can run or walk a 5k or 10k. Children and the entire family are welcome to participate.

The cost is $40. (Children under 10 years of age is $10). Sign up at the Reno High School

Registration is at 7:00AM

The race begins at 9:00AM.

This has been a very possitive and successful race over the years. Once you have run in this event you are sure to tell all your friends and family and encourage them to be a part of the race each year after. You won't be disappointed and are sure to have a lot of fun.

Whatever you and your family decide to do, I hope you will have a terrific Mother's Day!

Spanish Springs Cal Ripken Baseball

Cal Ripken Baseball in Spanish Springs in fast approaching the end of another great season. We are in our fifth week of play. I say we because my son, Alec, plays for the Astro major team.

This year, nearly 600 children signed up to play ball. Boys and girls from ages 4 to 13 can play in this league. This season there are 14 T-Ball teams, 12 rookie teams, 11 minor teams and 7 major teams.

Currently, the City of Sparks and the league are building new fields for the kids to play on. According to the league president, Jeff Mckusker, the fields should be finished in July 2008. They will be located on Eagle Canyon Parkway. A great location in Spanish Springs. The kids and thier parents won't have to travel far to play and have a great time.

If you would like additional information on this league you can go to www.calripkenbb.com to find out more.

2624 Sunny Slope #16, Sparks, NV 89434

Type: Condo

Price: $1o9,000

MLS: 80006073

Offered By: Terrie Leighton, REALTOR 775-846-5424

Ferrari-Lund Real Estate

View of the front of the Condo..............

View from kitchen window..............

This lovely ground floor condo is located on a corner and has a stunning view of the grounds! Great location in Sparks that is close to shopping and restaurants.

Charming kitchen with new cabinetry, flooring and paint....

View of Living Room from Dining Room...

Crisp, clean, vacant and ready with washer and dryer. This ground floor, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom Condo is simply charming with it's newer carpet, fresh paint and fireplace. $205 monthly associations dues for management, security, exterior maintenance, pool, tennis courts, water, sewer, trash, and much more. Call today to set up an appointment! You won't be disappointed!

Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,

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Property Location
1245 Ian Street
Sparks, Nevada 89434
Listing ID: 135 click for directions

DESCRIPTION Single Family Property, Area: Sparks-East, County: Washoe, Approximately 0.14 acre(s), Year Built: 1988, View, Fireplace(s), Laundry room

PROPERTY DETAILS • Single Family Home • 3 bedrooms • 0.14 acres lot

PROPERTY FEATURES • Single Family Property • 2 car garage • Status: Active • RV/boat parking • Area: Sparks-East • Heating features: Gas, Forced air • County: Washoe • Interior features: Breakfast bar, Cable TV avail., Carpet, Disposal, Fireplace( • Year Built: 1988 • Exterior features: Deck, Elect. srvc avail., Fenced, Level lot, Natural gas srv • 3 total bedroom(s) • View • 2 total bath(s) • Approximately 0.14 acre(s) • 2 total full bath(s) • Lot size is less than 1/2 acre • Approximately 1376 sq. ft. • Elementary School: Dunn • Living room • Middle School: Dilworth • Laundry room • High School: Reed • Fireplace(s)

Property Location
1245 Ian Street
Sparks, Nevada 89434
Listing ID: 135 click for directions

DESCRIPTION Single Family Property, Area: Sparks-East, County: Washoe, Approximately 0.14 acre(s), Year Built: 1988, View, Fireplace(s), Laundry room

PROPERTY DETAILS • Single Family Home • 3 bedrooms • 0.14 acres lot

PROPERTY FEATURES • Single Family Property • 2 car garage • Status: Active • RV/boat parking • Area: Sparks-East • Heating features: Gas, Forced air • County: Washoe • Interior features: Breakfast bar, Cable TV avail., Carpet, Disposal, Fireplace( • Year Built: 1988 • Exterior features: Deck, Elect. srvc avail., Fenced, Level lot, Natural gas srv • 3 total bedroom(s) • View • 2 total bath(s) • Approximately 0.14 acre(s) • 2 total full bath(s) • Lot size is less than 1/2 acre • Approximately 1376 sq. ft. • Elementary School: Dunn • Living room • Middle School: Dilworth • Laundry room • High School: Reed • Fireplace(s)