Localism: Reno, NV

The West Street Market - Making Reno Great

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 14:04:03 -0600

The West Street Market will open this weekend in downtown Reno . The West Street Market is part of the Making It Great vision for Reno 's downtown area.

Three 1930 era brick buildings have been renovated and will eventually be home to 13 new businesses. The Grand Opening for the West Street Market is officially scheduled for Saturday (December 6, 2008) although some businesses have already opened their doors and others will open on Wednesday.

The West Street Market will include a stage area that will be referred to as the "road show area". For now, the area will be used to feature the new businesses and exhibits. The City of Reno also plans to book performances for the location in the future.

The West Street Market will also be emphasizing green living with bins for recycling glass, aluminum and cardboard. Sustainable living will be encouraged as the "road show area" will also feature seasonally grown fresh produce. The city is hoping that the road show area will become a farmers market with fresh fruit and produce grown by local farmers sold year round.

The City of Reno is confident that the popularity and success of the West Street Market will equal that of the River Walk and the Wine Walk projects which have been well received by locals and visitors alike.

Be sure to stop in on Saturday and check out the new West Street Market.

West Street Market businesses:

Brickhouse Bakery: (now open) Fare includes pastries and deserts, with over 20 varieties of cheesecake, New Orleans style beignet dusted in powdered sugar, and sandwiches. Specialty foods include vegan pastries and sandwiches. Espresso drinks are also part of the menu.
Great Basin Basket: (now open) Fare includes locally grown whole and organic foods. The menu features both standard items and special order items.
Earthly Delights: (opens Wednesday) Fare offers fresh salads and freshly prepared quick foods
Reno Envy: (opens Wednesday) Clothing store which offers a locally produced brand of clothing.
Se7en Tea House and Bar: (opens Saturday) offers Asian teas, teas from around the world, pastries, appetizers and a full bar.
Nevada EcoNet: (opens Saturday) A nonprofit business offering environmental information for Northern Nevada .
Spirit of the Woods: (opens Saturday) a kiosk business featuring hand-painted wood and metal crafts.
West Street Wine Bar: (opens Wednesday) Wine tasting bar and store offering regional as well as international wines.

~Reno Tree Lighting Kicks Off Holiday Season~

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 14:20:25 -0600

It was cold, dark and raining but that didn't stop the lighting of the 65-foot-tall giant sequoia during the ceremony that took place Wednesday, November 26, 2008 in downtown Reno. The lighting of the tree kicks off the 2008 holiday season!

Bad weather did prevent the opening of the "Rink on the River" that was scheduled to take place after the tree lighting. With inches of water on the rink it was impossible to skate on.

Luckily, the rain has passed and the Rink is now open! The outdoor ice skating rink is located at 10 N. Virginia Street in downtown Reno. For hours of operation visit www.cityofreno.com or call 775-334-2262. The cost is $6 for ages 13 years and up, $4 for youths and seniors and $2 skate rental.

Another great was to celebrate the holiday season is with the West Street Market Grand Opening that will take place on December 6, 2008 in downtown Reno.

What is the West Street Market?

The market is designed to serve as a gathering place that will provide a unique experience centered around food, friends, shopping, entertainment and demonstrations. The focus of the food is homemade, fresh and local. The market will also serve as a place to find and buy unusual items, art and gifts. You will also find entertainment and demonstrations where you can learn new things from cooking to being a better steward to the environment.

This indoor market will begin with a pancake breakfast from 7a.m. to 10a.m. on Saturday, December 6th. The ribbon-cutting ceremony takes place at 10.a.p. and photos with Santa will be available after. Some of the other festivities scheduled include: cooking demonstrations, live entertainment, face painting and more. For a detailed list of events click here or log on to www.cityofreno.com for more details.

The West Street Market is located between downtown Reno's West Second Streets. I hope to see you there!

For more information on what to do in Reno, Nevada be sure to check out www.MetroMix.com. MetroMix Reno gives you up-to-date schedules of where to go, where to dine, who to see and how to get there.

Authored by Terrie Leighton. November 2008. Terrie is a real estate agent with Ferrari-Lund Real Estate. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.

Yelp! Red Lobster Seafood Restaurant in Reno, NV

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 13:37:29 -0600

Red Lobster Seafood Restaurant (4 out of 5 stars)
5140 Kietzke Lane
Reno, NV 89511
(775)827-1203
www.redlobster.com

The experience was absolutely fantastic. Husband and I went there for dinner on a weekday. We were greeted by a friendly hostess and seated us promptly. The manager thanked us on our way out and opened the door for us.

It is located next to Lowe's (South side of town).

Favorites:

~Our server, Courtney. She is very friendly and attentive. She can't stop smiling.

~Biscuit.
It came standard with our entrees. Warm and buttery biscuit. Yummy! Refill please!

~Grilled Scallops, Shrimps, and Chicken.
I uploaded a photo above. It was tasty and cooked to perfection. The chicken breast was tender and juicy. The scallops and shrimps were also impressively cooked. ($17.25)

~Grilled Lobster, Shrimps, and Scallops ($25.99)
Husband loved it. He said it was very tasty and prepared to perfection as well. I think it was pricey.

~Chocolate Lava Cookie
Big warm cookie topped with Vanilla ice cream. Big enough for sharing. Oh yeah, baby! ($6.25 ).

Tips:

~They DO accept American Express. :-)
~Plenty of parking.
~They now serve grilled fresh fish. Salmon..halibut.. etc...

My husband and I were very pleased with the restaurant and experience. So, why not give it five stars? Four stars because for few bucks more we can have all-you-can eat seafood buffet at Peppermill Hotel Casino.

Catherine T. Sinocruz, e-Pro, ABR, GRI, CRS
Broker-Salesperson
"Fluent in English & Tagalog"
www.CatherineNevadaHomes.com ~ Homes for Sale
info@CatherineNevadaHomes.com ~ Stay in Touch
Prudential Nevada Realty
1675 Robb Dr.
Reno, NV 89523
(775) 338-3757 Mobile

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Reno' s Newest Student Ambassadors

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:15:00 -0600

Thirteen 5th and 6th grades students from the Greater Reno Area will be representing our nation as ambassadors of good will. The City of Reno will be represented by Will Garner and John Leuenhagen of Westergard Elementary School. The students are participating in the People to People Student Ambassadors Program.

Fifty years ago President Dwight D. Eisenhower established the The People to People Ambassador Program as a way to promote global peace by increasing cultural understanding. President Eisenhower believed that it would be the ordinary citizens of a nation that would make world peace a reality by understanding the cultural differences via direct communication and contact. He believed that the ordinary person, not the government, would be the foundation on which peace for all nations would be built.

This year the People to People Student Ambassador Program will be sending students from grade levels fifth through twelfth to Australia (elementary students), Japan (middle school students), and Europe (high school students).

Westergard Elementary student's Will and John will be traveling to Australia where they will visit an Australian working ranch, learn about the Great Barrier Reef and visit Australia's capital of Sydney.

This is not the first time students of Westergard Elementary have participated in the Program. Last year the school, Reno and the nation were represented by Katie Nemitz who traveled to Greece and Italy. Westergard believes very strongly in the program and its benefits for students. The school is working to make participation in the People to People Ambassador Program a school tradition.

To help the school and the students with the needed funds to participate in the People to People Ambassador Program , there will be a fundraiser tomorrow from 5 pm to 7 pm. Two cardio exercise classes will be held at the school. Double Diamond Athletic Club instructors will be instructing participants in two cardio exercise classes. The Body Combat class will be held at 5 pm. Body Combat is a martial arts inspired cardio exercise program. The second class, Body Jam will be a fun time, especially for dance enthusiasts. The cardio workout is a mix of exercise and the newest dance moves set to the sound of popular music. The cost for is only $10 per class or $15 for both.

For information on how you can particpate and all the various programs offered be sure to visit: People to People Ambassador Program for people of all ages

~The Rink On The River ~ Ice Skating Returns To Reno~

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 17:55:24 -0600

Mark your calenders for the opening of "The Rink On The River!" This Wednesday, November 26, 2008 the outdoor ice skating rink in Downtown Reno will be open to the public following the 5p.m. Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration.

For the last several years my family and I have enjoyed skating at this outdoor rink which always starts its season off with a free skate session for everyone the evening before Thanksgiving. The only requirement is that you bring a warm clothing donation that will be picked up by the Salvation Army.

As you can see from the picture taken last week, Northern Nevada has been experiencing a very warm November, the grass is still green and leaves are still clinging to their trees, but plans are still a go for the rink to open on Wednesday. It should be a beautiful night but be sure to dress in layers, as Nevada weather can change quickly!

The rink is located at the corner of Virgina and First Streets along the Truckee River. Admission is $6 for people 13-54; $4 for youths 3 -12 and seniors 55 and older. Skate rental is $2.

~Group or Private Ice Skating lessons are available. ~

~ Group reservations for private parties and birthday party rentals are available. ~

The Rink On The River is operated by the City of Reno, Parks and Recreation Department. Please feel free to call 775-334-2262 for additional information or to book your next party.

Visit the following sites for information and regular updates on The Rink On The River:

MetroMix Reno

Rinktime

City of Reno

Thanks for reading and I hope you have a terrific Holiday Season!

Authored by Terrie Leighton November 2008. Terrie is a real estate agent with Ferrari-Lund Real Estate. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed.