With stunning desert views, a looming mountain range, and plenty of cozy restaurants, Reno is perfect for a romantic getaway or an unforgettable night out. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Reno offers incredible spots for romantic date nights full of fun, beauty, and luxury. Check out some of our favorite Reno date night ideas below.  Tips for Planning a Romantic Date Night Follow these tips to help make sure that wherever you go and whatever you do in Reno, romance is in the air. Put your partner first. Make your partner’s preferences a top priority when planning a date ..read more

Come out of your hole and join us on Sat., Feb. 3, 2024, for the Quincy Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Groundhog Fever Festival for an afternoon of fun and entertainment! The party starts at 11 a.m., with several mini-contests (with prizes) taking place back-to-back throughout the afternoon! There’s something fun for everyone, including the Whipped Cream Wrangle (it’s not what it sounds like… or maybe it is?), the beer-drinkers’ beloved Flip Cup Fight, the presentation of the Honorary Mayor of Quincy award, the Thumb Wrestle Tussle (for kids only), or “The Bach” bachelor/bachelorette auction (fo ..read more

Quaint Quincy transforms into a Norman Rockwell painting annually during the beloved Sparkle event. This year, immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season by venturing to Plumas County on Friday, Dec. 1, from 5 to 8 p.m., and enter a family-friendly winter wonderland.   Amid the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it’s important to slow down and remember what the season is about: community, love, and celebration. Since 1989, Sparkle has transformed the charming Sierra town of Quincy, just 90 minutes north of Reno, into a scene from a vintage Christmas film every holiday seas ..read more

The Carson City café wants new locations in Nevada, California, and Arizona. It all started with farmers’ market baklava. Ali Arbabha and Leila Tavakoli have created both a wholesale brand and a thriving brick-and-mortar bakery café, L.A. Bakery in Carson City, featuring a collection of sweets, pastries, deli sandwiches, wraps, salads, and a full breakfast menu. It has grown rapidly since its opening in 2009, when the husband-and-wife team started selling its signature baklava at local farmers’ markets under the business name Shirini Shop. The couple runs L.A. Bakery close to their home in Car ..read more

Our overall well-being greatly relies on the health of our skin, given its role as a safeguard against external threats and its impact on our physical appearance and self-confidence. Integrative dermatology, a combination of conventional medicine and a holistic approach to skin care, emphasizes the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and environment to promote optimal skin health. Dr. Katie Manno, a board-certified dermatologist at Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute, spent some time with us talking about how integrative medicine has proven to be effective in treating various skin condit ..read more

Couples are planning larger weddings with a nod to their individual styles. As the 2023 wedding season unfolds, couples continue to increase the sizes of their guest lists and get creative with those personal touches. As brides and grooms prepare to say, “I do,” many local makers and service providers in the wedding business have timely tips and trends for an amazing happily ever after. Event Planners are Important After the magical proposal, those warm-and-fuzzy feelings can quickly turn to anxiety about handling all the logistics leading to wedding day. This is where event planners come in ..read more

The Broadway hit comes to the Pioneer Center January 17-22. The Biggest Little City is getting a big-time Broadway hit as Dear Evan Hansen opens at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts on January 17, 2023. The Tony and Grammy award-winning musical stage production will call Reno home for a one-week run of this hit, which follows title character Evan Hansen on a twisty journey to love and acceptance that begins with a letter and one big miscommunication. Dennyse Sewell, executive director of the Pioneer Center, says the team is beyond excited to bring this show to Reno for the first time ..read more

Sierra Flower Farms Offers Bouquet Subscription for 2023 With this fresh new year, make your mental health a priority, and invest in joy. New car? Therapy? Vacation? Nope. Flowers. Not just a bouquet, however. Fourteen weeks of glorious, grin-expanding, glee-inspiring clusters of flowers ready for your office, dinner table, mantle, or gift-giving. You can thank Sierra Flower Farm and its Season Pass Bouquet Subscription for making your days brighter this spring, summer, and fall. It’s like a CSA for your soul. As a child, Jessica Chase (owner and farmer-florist) dreamed of being a floral desig ..read more

Think gaming in Nevada and the first place that pops into everyone’s head is Las Vegas. While the big city in the south of Nevada certainly is an experience, there’s another destination in Nevada that also offers fantastic gaming options: Reno. Situated in the northwest of Nevada, closer to San Francisco than Las Vegas, Reno has excellent casinos, from family-friendly to niche high-roller offerings. Here, we look at the top three casinos for gaming in Reno. Peppermill Resort Spa Casino Recently renovated and one of the largest casinos in the Reno area, Peppermill Resort Spa Casino is an unmiss ..read more

Nevada Humane Society’s Annual Fundraiser, Heels and Hounds 2023, presents Bubbles & Buddies It’s time to dig out your favorite hero outfit (no cape required). Something a bit more stylish and elegant, like chic cocktail attire, will do just fine – and look a lot better with that flute of Champagne in your hand. What? Did we neglect to mention that this heroic quest involves unlimited Champagne, in addition to a delicious brunch, a fashion show, fabulous auctions, and some adorable four-legged friends? Bubbles & Buddies will include them all, and more! The Heels and Hounds Gala, curren ..read more