Community Calendar

One of Nevada's best-known roadside restaurants becomes a gallery for July. Resilience in the Desert gathers some twenty artists, outdoor metal sculpture by Ricardo Breceda, and the story of Walker Lake - a receding desert lake and the bighorn herd that still crosses at dusk. Presented in connection with Artown, in partnership with the Walker Basin Conservancy. Free. Artist Day at month-end.

In honor of America’s birthday celebration, Firebird Light Opera presents a rousing concert of favorite works by American composers. Featuring the many-faceted musical talents of Firebird company members, audiences will delight in hits made famous on stage, screen, and radio over the past 250 years.
Join us at the National Automobile Museum for these performances
July 17th @ 7pm
July 18th & 19th @ 2pm

Time & Location
Jul 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM PDT
Reno Public Market, 299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502, USA

About the Event

Join us for a vibrant celebration of creativity at the Junkee Fashion Show! This festival-inspired fashion show features bold, expressive looks designed and modeled by the talented team at Junkee Clothing Exchange. Blending eclectic festival style with recycled and reimagined pieces, each outfit showcases the employees' unique artistic vision. Join us at the main stage at Reno Public Market on Sunday, July 19th. The show starts at 3:00 PM sharp, so get there early!

This is an Artown 2026 event.
Event Link - https://www.renopublicmarket.com/events/junkee-fashion-show-for-artown

You've read the books and seen the movies, helping you transition to a healthier plant-based lifestyle. It's all very well knowing what to do, but HOW do you incorporate healthy eating into your daily life? This workshop, presented by local board-certified nutritionist and award-winning author, Terri Chrisman will peel back the curtain and offer practical strategies to make healthy living a breeze.
In this interactive workshop, you'll learn innovative ways to enhance your health and vitality. This experience offers inspiring techniques and activities to help you seamlessly integrate real wellness into your busy schedule. Terri will teach proven strategies to improve your wellbeing, with clear steps that you can start implementing immediately, that will take your wellness to the next level. You'll leave this workshop with a clear plan: a personalized blueprint to improve your health.

BIO
Terri Chrisman is a board-certified nutritionist and award-winning author dedicated to helping people improve their health through practical, science-based lifestyle strategies. Her work focuses on empowering individuals to prevent and reverse chronic disease through whole-food, plant-based nutrition and sustainable daily habits. Through her presentations, writing, and educational programs, Terri inspires people to take control of their health and build lasting wellness.

Works by Mozart, Turina, Jessie Montgomery (her toe-tapping “Strum”) and Edvard Grieg. Artists include the Felici Piano Trio, Kevin Hsu, viola, Ian Walker, bass, and violinists Sophia Schuldt and Arianna Pope

A new addition to the Festival, this intimate recital features acclaimed pianist Gilles Vonsattel performing Beethoven sonatas in a private Incline Village residence.

Classical Tahoe Music Festival returns for its 15th season July 11–Aug. 9, bringing four weeks of orchestral, jazz and chamber music performances to North Lake Tahoe. Featuring more than 70 musicians from across the country, the 2026 season includes orchestral masterpieces like Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 and Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1, the return of Music in Motion with the Lake Tahoe Dance Collective, the Brubeck Jazz Summit celebrating jazz legend Dave Brubeck, family-friendly programming and a new chamber concert at Sugar Bowl Resort. Performances take place at the Ricardi Pavilion at the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe and additional venues throughout Incline Village. The season also honors America 250 with concerts featuring American composers and themes. Tickets and full festival information are available at classicaltahoe.org.

Classical Tahoe Music Festival returns for its 15th season July 11–Aug. 9, bringing four weeks of orchestral, jazz and chamber music performances to North Lake Tahoe. Featuring more than 70 musicians from across the country, the 2026 season includes orchestral masterpieces like Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 and Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1, the return of Music in Motion with the Lake Tahoe Dance Collective, the Brubeck Jazz Summit celebrating jazz legend Dave Brubeck, family-friendly programming and a new chamber concert at Sugar Bowl Resort. Performances take place at the Ricardi Pavilion at the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe and additional venues throughout Incline Village. The season also honors America 250 with concerts featuring American composers and themes. Tickets and full festival information are available at classicaltahoe.org.

Time & Location
Jul 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
Reno Public Market, 299 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502, USA
About the Event

Michelle Lambert is a dynamic singer-songwriter and electric violinist known for her high-energy performances and genre-blending sound. Combining pop, folk, and country influences, she creates music that is both emotionally powerful and rhythmically captivating. Her signature electric violin and strong vocals set her apart, bringing a modern edge to traditional instrumentation and creating a truly unique live experience. Lambert began playing violin at a young age and later expanded into songwriting and performing, developing a style that highlights both her musicianship and storytelling. Her performances seamlessly blend driving violin melodies with heartfelt lyrics, creating a sound that is fresh, engaging, and full of personality. She has earned recognition for her ability to captivate audiences on stage, whether performing intimate acoustic sets or energetic full-band shows. Her music reflects a mix of vulnerability and confidence, drawing listeners in with honest songwriting and memorable melodies. With a growing fan base and a reputation for electrifying live performances, Michelle Lambert continues to make waves as an artist who pushes creative boundaries while staying rooted in authentic musicianship.

This is an Artown 2026 event.

Event Link - https://www.renopublicmarket.com/events/michelle-lambert-for-artown

One of Nevada's best-known roadside restaurants becomes a gallery for July. Resilience in the Desert gathers some twenty artists, outdoor metal sculpture by Ricardo Breceda, and the story of Walker Lake - a receding desert lake and the bighorn herd that still crosses at dusk. Presented in connection with Artown, in partnership with the Walker Basin Conservancy. Free. Artist Day at month-end.