Community Calendar

In partnership with California State Parks and the Nevada County Library, the monthly Sierra Speaker Series connects folks to the rich cultural and natural history of the area. Join us at Donner Memorial State Park Visitor Center to learn and engage! Doors open at 5 pm, and the presentation is to follow at 5:30 pm. Admission is a suggested $5 donation. Light refreshments and wine sponsored by Highway 12 Winery will be available. Parking is free after 5 pm. No registration required.

Sugar pine is known as the King of Pines for its size and the beauty of its giant pine cones. Sugar pines used to be about 25% of the local forests but are less than 5% now. This is due to historic logging, fire suppression which favors other species, and a non-native invasive fungus called White Pine Blister Rust. Come learn about the effort to bring back sugar pines to Tahoe!

Maria Mircheva first volunteered to climb trees for the Sugar Pine Foundation in 2006. In 2007 after the Angora Fire, Maria took over the daily operation and became the Executive Director. For the past 18 years, she organized the planting of over 250,000 trees. Maria holds a BA in Business Economics and a Master's in Environmental Science from UC Santa Barbara.

Registration 8:30 AM, Shotgun Start 10:00 AM

Enjoy a beautiful day at Somersett Golf & Country Club, live music, and unexpected surprises on the course. The scramble begins with a shotgun start; golfers can expect a delicious breakfast, lunch, libations, and an afternoon reception following play. Proceeds from the tournament support the Reno Phil & ensure we have a community with a thriving music scene.

Showtime: Doors 6:00 pm, Concert 7:00 pm

Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles... Experience this all-time favorite as never before, with the Reno Phil performing composer Mark Knopfler’s unforgettable score in special, new arrangements for symphony orchestra! Directed by Rob Reiner, The Princess Bride features the all-star cast you know and love including Wallace Shwan, Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Billy Crystal, Carol Kane, Fred Savage, and Andre the Giant. Missing this cinematic concert experience would be inconceivable!

This film is rated PG. Parental guidance suggested – Some material may not be suitable for children.

© The Princess Bride Ltd. All rights reserved.

This second added show of The Princess Bride on Tuesday, September 23 features the film with live orchestra ONLY. If interested in the Cordillera Film Festival kick-off event with panel Q&A, please purchase tickets for the Wednesday, September 24 show time.

5 Days ‣ 150+ Official Selections ‣ 2000+ Submissions from 83 Countries ‣ Celebrity Panels ‣ Red Carpet Premiers + Parties ‣ Staged Readings of our Finalist Screenplays ‣ 175K PitchFest! ‣Filmmaker Q&As + More!
Enjoy One. Enjoy All. Come see why MovieMaker Magazine named us one of the 25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World and a Top 100 festival on FilmFreeway. The official Schedule will be announced in September!
Join us for the 8th Annual Cordillera Int'l Film Festival this September 24th - 29th, 2025 in beautiful Reno-Tahoe, Nevada!
150+ Official Selections.
Comedies, Docs, Dramas, Music Videos, Parties, Red Carpet Premieres, Celebrity Panels, PitchFest! & More! 
We have something for everyone.

Showtime: Doors 5:00 PM, Concert 6:00 PM

Fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles... Experience this all-time favorite as never before, with the Reno Phil performing composer Mark Knopfler’s unforgettable score in special, new arrangements for symphony orchestra! Directed by Rob Reiner, The Princess Bride features the all-star cast you know and love including Wallace Shwan, Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Billy Crystal, Carol Kane, Fred Savage, and Andre the Giant. Missing this cinematic concert experience would be inconceivable!

This film is rated PG. Parental guidance suggested – Some material may not be suitable for children.

© The Princess Bride Ltd. All rights reserved.

As the official kick-off event for the 2025 Cordillera Film Festival, the concert will feature a live panel following the film with actors from the film. Starting at approximately 8:00 PM - included with your ticket purchase.

Join us every Wednesday night at Swan Music Hall at 6pm for an unforgettable evening of country and line dancing hosted by the renowned Instructor/DJ Tim Renner. Tim offers expert instruction, teaching one dance and reviewing another each week, ensuring a dynamic experience for both beginners and intermediate dancers. With an inviting atmosphere, open dancing opportunities, and fantastic music, you won't want to miss it! Tickets are only $10, available online or at the door. Come dance with us and embrace the joy of learning new dances! (Short description): Learn the famous Nashville line dance "HonkyTonk" every Wednesday!

5 Days ‣ 150+ Official Selections ‣ 2000+ Submissions from 83 Countries ‣ Celebrity Panels ‣ Red Carpet Premiers + Parties ‣ Staged Readings of our Finalist Screenplays ‣ 175K PitchFest! ‣Filmmaker Q&As + More!
Enjoy One. Enjoy All. Come see why MovieMaker Magazine named us one of the 25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World and a Top 100 festival on FilmFreeway. The official Schedule will be announced in September!
Join us for the 8th Annual Cordillera Int'l Film Festival this September 24th - 29th, 2025 in beautiful Reno-Tahoe, Nevada!
150+ Official Selections.
Comedies, Docs, Dramas, Music Videos, Parties, Red Carpet Premieres, Celebrity Panels, PitchFest! & More! 
We have something for everyone.

5 Days ‣ 150+ Official Selections ‣ 2000+ Submissions from 83 Countries ‣ Celebrity Panels ‣ Red Carpet Premiers + Parties ‣ Staged Readings of our Finalist Screenplays ‣ 175K PitchFest! ‣Filmmaker Q&As + More!
Enjoy One. Enjoy All. Come see why MovieMaker Magazine named us one of the 25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World and a Top 100 festival on FilmFreeway. The official Schedule will be announced in September!
Join us for the 8th Annual Cordillera Int'l Film Festival this September 24th - 29th, 2025 in beautiful Reno-Tahoe, Nevada!
150+ Official Selections.
Comedies, Docs, Dramas, Music Videos, Parties, Red Carpet Premieres, Celebrity Panels, PitchFest! & More! 
We have something for everyone.

A new moon is rising over Reno’s music scene. RVLTN Events proudly announces the debut of Desert Moon, a two-night electronic music experience taking over City Plaza on Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27, 2025.
“Desert Moon is more than an electronic concert, it’s a statement about Reno’s growth as a cultural destination and our commitment to bringing world-class experiences to downtown Reno,” said Ethan Wigfield, Event Creator and Director of Operations at RVLTN.
Known for electrifying crowds across Las Vegas and beyond, RVLTN has been testing the temperatures in Reno for over 2 years. The scene responded with ravenous ravers and sold out crowds on a monthly basis. Pairing large-scale production with a lineup that blends international headliners, cult favorites, and rising local talent, Desert Moon is poised to spark a new era for live music in the Biggest Little City.
Leading the charge on Friday is electronic rock juggernaut Sullivan King, known for his metal breakdown-inspired drops and ripping live guitar solos.
"Can’t wait to get RECKLESS in RENO! Let’s rage this summer in the desert!!” Said, Sullivan King.
For the final set on Saturday, ATLiens will invade City Plaza, bringing chaos of and extraterrestrial nature. When asked for comment, ATLiens offered only a cryptic message. The translation is unclear, but one thing is certain: Desert Moon promises an experience that’s out of this world.
“𐊑⩻Ϟ⟊҂⫷⟁⩢⟁⧇ ϯ⟁𐍃 ⩸҉𐐘 ᔦ⟁⧋ ⧩҈𐑗 ϟ⟊⪿Ϣ ⩽⧈⩬ 𐌌⟁ ⫺⩻⩫⧞⩼," said ATLiens.
These heavy-hitting headliners are supported by masked mystery man GHENGAR, dubstep titan FuntCase, and bass house king Habstrakt. The weekend also features sets from Midnight Tyrannosaurus, Rated R, Seth David, Pretty Sweet, PYKE, and more. Reno’s own Kill Your Utopia and JARS will hold it down for the hometown scene.
The 18+ event will run from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM each day and feature immersive stage design, large-scale art, food vendors, and a community-forward atmosphere alongside the Truckee river beneath the open Reno sky.
2-Day tickets are on sale now, starting at $110 for General Admission and $140 for VIP, which comes with expedited entry, a VIP viewing area, and VIP-exclusive bar. Visit rvltnevents.com to purchase tickets, enter for a chance to win 4 VIP tickets at app.hive.co/l/3xk54g, and follow @rvltn_reno on Instagram for updates and announcements.

On September 27th, 2025, Nevada’s Recovery and Prevention invites you to join us in celebrating Recovery Month by registering to attend our R5k Run/Walk & Recovery Celebration. September marks National Recovery Month which is observed to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can empower those with mental and substance use disorders to live healthy and rewarding lives.
NRAP’s R5k Run/Walk & Recovery Celebration is held to promote community health and wellness, celebrate individuals in recovery, and reduce the stigma often associated with addiction. The R5k will provide an opportunity for participants to walk/run for themselves, or in honor of someone they know impacted by substance use, followed by a recovery celebration open to all community members. The post-race celebration is free and open to the public regardless of 5k participation. The celebration will include food, family activities, and local guest speakers and advocates who are in recovery. Community organizations will be providing information on local services and present on relevant topics.
Why Participate?
Your support will help support students who identify as being in recovery or those students choosing a substance-free lifestyle have a positive experience while attending the University and strengthen NRAP’s ability to change the stigma associated with non-substance use on our college campuses.