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The Purple Gala, the Domestic Violence Resource Center’s signature event
Join us this Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Grand Sierra Resort for the Domestic Violence Resource Center’s signature event, The Purple Gala, presented by the NV Energy Foundation.
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, this special evening will bring our community together to support survivors in Reno and raise critical funds to provide resources and hope. Guests will enjoy a memorable night filled with dinner, entertainment, and an array of auction items, culminating with an exciting surprise announcement you won’t want to miss.
Your participation helps empower those affected by domestic violence and ensures that they receive the assistance they need to rebuild their lives. Together, let’s make a lasting impact and stand up for a future free from violence.
Tickets and information are available at dvrcnv.org. (Sponsored Content)
Breaking boundaries
Black Violin challenge stereotypes about how a classical musician should look and sound. For 20 years, violinist Kev Marcus and violist Wil Baptiste have demonstrated how classical music of past centuries can appeal to modern audiences, particularly when it’s paired with a hip-hop beat and groove. The BV20: Then & Now show serves as a testament to the duo’s growth, passion and dedication to their craft. They’ve earned two Grammy Award nominations, for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album and Best Americana Performance. The two strings players will be joined by Nat Stokes on drums, Liston Gregory on keys and DJ SPS at the turntable, blending hip-hop beats and classical performance into an experience that defies expectations and redefines genres. Black Violin performs at 8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 17, at the Grand Theatre inside the Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. Second St. Tickets are $24.50-$79.50. Call 775-789-1115 or go to www.grandsierraresort.com.
Hit that perfect beat
The University of Nevada, Reno’s Performing Arts Series presents renowned percussionist Cyro Baptista and his new project, CHAMA. Baptista’s latest project and album weave together the ancient roots of Brazilian percussion with cutting-edge contemporary sounds. Throughout his career, he has been involved in a many educational projects aimed at sharing his passion for percussion and introducing audiences to the diverse world of rhythm. His standout project, “The Sound of Community,” encompasses a wide array of activities including workshops, masterclasses and educational shows in schools and community hubs, aiming to ignite enthusiasm and foster confidence in budding musicians of every age group. In addition to his work as a performer and educator, Baptista has contributed to numerous film and television soundtracks, most recently the soundtrack of Megalopolis, the new Francis Ford Coppola movie. Cyro Baptista performs at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 17, at Nightingale Concert Hall inside the Church Fine Arts Building, 1335 N. Virginia St., at the University of Nevada, Reno. Tickets are $5-$40. Call 775-784-4278, or visit www.unr.edu/pas/tickets/cyro-baptista.
Danse macabre
Don’t resist the hypnotic lure of Dracula. Sierra Nevada Ballet presents its original full-length ballet based on Bram Stoker’s 1897 gothic novel, directed and choreographed by Ananda Bena-Weber, associate artistic director of the SNB. International ballet premiere dancers Malachi Squires and Domingo Rubio lead a cast of professional dancers as they perform this classic horror story set to the passionate tango music of Astor Piazzolla. Parental guidance suggested, as this production isn’t recommended for small children. Dracula starts at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 18, at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St., Carson City. Tickets are $28. The ballet will also be performed at 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 S. Virginia St. Tickets are $25-$53. Call 775-360-8663, or visit sierranevadaballet.org/dracula-the-ballet.
Tour of India
Immerse yourself in the sights, scents and flavors of Diwaliwood, where the glamor of Hollywood meets the rich traditions of India in a cinematic celebration of food, art and culture. Sip on Indian whiskey and chai; enjoy festive cuisine crafted by top local restaurants; and revel in the beauty of Bollywood dance, Indian fashion and more. The event starts at 6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 18, at the National Automobile Museum, 1 Museum Drive. A suggested minimum donation of $25 per person will be collected at the door. All of the proceeds will benefit the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. RSVP is required. Go to faire-handshake.my.canva.site/diwaliwood to learn more.
Feed your head
Learn about the amazing art, artifacts, archives, fossils and historical objects the University of Nevada, Reno, museums have in their collections during the Day at the Museum event, which returns after a five-year hiatus. Visitors can interact with collaborators from the Nevada Department of Wildlife, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and off-campus museums. Each museum will feature a different hands-on activity or giveaway. Participating museums on or around the UNR campus include the Fleischmann Planetarium (pictured), W. M. Keck Museum, Museum of Natural History, The Biggest Little Pollinator Garden, The Lilley Museum of Art, Sheppard Contemporary and University Galleries, University of Nevada, Reno Arboretum, Special Collections and University Archives, Shared History Gallery, Nevada Historical Society and the Nevada State Museum, as well as the Wilbur D. May Museum at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595 N. Sierra St. Free parking is available in any of the garages and non-metered parking zones around the University of Nevada, Reno campus. The museums will be open free of charge from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 19. Visit events.unr.edu/event/day-at-the-museum for locations and other information.
Walk among us
Halloween decorations are up in every neighborhood, and haunted houses beckon hapless victims to enter their dens of terror. We’re in peak spooky season, and there are so many creepy attractions competing for your attention (and pocketbook). But if you like your entertainment to mix a bit of history, theater and recreation, head to Nevada’s capital for the 31st annual Carson City Ghost Walk. Madame Curry and her ghostly guides will lead attendees on this walking tour through the downtown district’s west side historical homes and businesses, highlighting the stories and legends of the Wild West town. Hear about lingering spirits, paranormal stories and gossip from the past. Tours depart every half hour between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 19. Meet at McFadden Plaza, Third and Curry streets, adjacent to The Fox Brewery & Pub/St. Charles Hotel. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 on-site. Go to www.purplepass.com/carsoncityghostwalk.
Now, I’m feeling zombified
One of the biggest Halloween events of the year returns this weekend, so score a commemorative cup, dress up for the occasion and joins thousands of costumed revelers in downtown Reno for the annual Reno Zombie Crawl. More than 40 participating locations in the downtown corridor and Reno Brewery District will offer drink and food specials, themed live entertainment and no cover charge to those who bring their Zombie Crawl cup. Fill up and move on to as many locations as your feet (and liver) can handle, and pose under the Reno Arch for a digital memory of this night of debauchery. The crawl begins at 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 19, behind Rum Bullions inside the Silver Legacy Resort Casino, 407 N. Virginia St. Crawl cups and maps can be purchased online for $13. If cups haven’t sold out by crawl night, you can purchase them in person at the Silver Baron Ballroom C inside the Silver Legacy or at Lead Dog Brewing, 415 E. Fourth St. Call 775-624-8320, or go to crawlreno.com/event/zombiecrawl.
Strike up the band
The Reno Chamber Orchestra kicks off its 50th season with a program titled “A Place For Us,” featuring fresh pieces by Carlos Simon, Malcolm Arnold and renowned film score composer Danny Elfman alongside a strings feature by Bartok from RCO’s first season and a showcase for winds by Strauss foreshadowing his great operas. RCO Music Director Kelly Kuo (pictured) will conduct the orchestra as they perform Arnold’s Serenade for Small Orchestra, Bartók’s Divertimento for Strings, Strauss’ Serenade in E-Flat Major, Op. 7 and Simon’s “Breathe,” as well as Elfman’s new Suite for Chamber Orchestra. A 30-minute, pre-concert talk will start one hour before showtime. Performances start at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 19; and 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20, at Nightingale Concert Hall inside the Church Fine Arts Building, 1335 N. Virginia St., at the University of Nevada, Reno. Tickets are $5-$68.50. Call 775-348-9413 or visit www.renochamberorchestra.org.
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