Community Calendar

RMHC Northern Nevada invites the community to its 2026 Red Shoe Gala: “Back to the Prom” on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Renaissance Reno Downtown Hotel & Spa. The gala celebrates 40 years of keeping families close and supports families whose children need medical care far from home. Sponsorships are available, and individual tickets are $200. Event details and tickets: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/redshoegala2026/

Media contact: Mui Condon, Development and Events Manager, 775-322-4663 x202, mui@RMHCNNevada.org

Schedule: Reception at 6:00 p.m.; dinner program at 7:00 p.m.; dancing at 8:00 p.m. Proceeds support RMHC Northern Nevada’s mission of keeping families close when children need medical care far from home.

NAMIWalks Northern Nevada raises awareness about mental health in our community. Participants stand together in support family, friends, and loved ones experiencing mental health conditions. Lend your voice by joining us!

This event welcomes and encourages families to participate. Strollers are welcome on the 1 mile course. Sign up the whole family and join us for an uplifting event! We will have local community vendors and food trucks at the event, as well as fitness demonstrations, arts and crafts activities, and more!

Sunday, September 20, 2026

9:00AM-1:00PM

Edward C. Reed High School, Sparks

Welcome autumn with our 12th annual park-benefitting cruise! Enjoy spellbinding stories (true or false, you decide!), free-flowing fine wine by Highway 12 Winery, and endless appetizers. A cash bar will be available.
A live auction of marvelous treasures and experiences will be offered, benefiting the Sierra State Parks Foundation.
Seating is limited, and reservations are required. We highly recommend guests arrive at 3:30 pm as the boat leaves sharply at 4 pm! We predict the boat will return to the docks at 6 pm.
Tickets are $85 ($75 donors), which includes a sunset cruise, access to multiple entertaining speakers, heavy appetizers, and free wine.

Join us for the Inaugural Charity Poker Tournament benefitting the Nevada Chapter of the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation

100% of funds raised stay in Nevada to support local families living with a bleeding disorder.
This is a fun evening you won't want to miss; raffle prizes will be drawn throughout the event.

Saturday October 17th 4pm
Revision Brewing Company
380 South Rock Boulevard, Sparks, NV, 89431
Revision has a wide selection of craft beer, wine, and seltzers available, as well as vintage arcade games available for attendees to play.

Player & Tournament Information:
Event opens at 4pm
Poker play starts promptly at 5pm
Affordable entry to maximize participation and fundraising
21+ Only, All skill levels welcome

$100 Poker Player ticket, gets you a seat and starting chips, food, two drink tickets
$1000 Table Sponsor, 10 player seats and special sponsored table signage

$60 Bingo Tournament - Not interested in poker? Come hang out at the bingo table! This ticket gets you bingo cards, food, and two drink tickets

$40 Spectator Ticket, receives food and two drink tickets, with full access to event and raffles

Cash Prizes!
1st Place- $500
2nd Place- $300
3rd Place- $200
Inaugural tournament keepsake prize for top 10 players
Poker Re-Buy Options during first 2 hours of play

Join Eagle Valley Children's Home for our 80th Anniversary Heart, Hope & Home Gala, an unforgettable evening celebrating 80 years of providing compassionate care to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Guests will enjoy a unique chocolate and wine pairing experience, chef-crafted savory bites, live and silent auctions, inspiring stories, and opportunities to make a lasting impact through our Fund-a-Need. Celebrate our legacy while helping build a brighter future for the individuals and families we serve.