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Wet your plants
Bring a cart, wagon or wheelbarrow, and fill it up with a plethora of plants ranging from cacti to tomatoes at May Arboretum Society’s Spring Plant Sale. The nonprofit’s largest event of the year showcases more than 5,000 plants and 300 different varieties, including Plant Select (plants that have been developed by Colorado State University for cold, dry climates), native plants and new varieties for 2025. May Arboretum Society members will get VIP access to the sale starting at 5:30 p.m., Friday, May 16. The public sale runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, May 17-18, at the Burke and Plaza gardens, located within the Wilbur D. May Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595 N. Sierra St. Free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis inside the park. To see the full list of plants available, go to mayarboretumsociety.org/spring-plant-sale-selection.
Green thumbs up
Choose from a variety of vegetables, herbs, annuals and perennial flowers at the University of Nevada, Reno, Extension Master Gardener Seedling Sale. The sale takes place from 2 to 6 p.m., Friday, May 16; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at the Washoe County Extension Office, 4955 Energy Way. The UNR Extension Master Gardeners of Douglas County will hold its second annual Adaptive Native and Native Plant Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at River Fork Ranch, 381 Genoa Lane, Minden. Finally, the UNR Extension Master Gardeners of Carson City/Storey County will hold its Native Nevada Plant Sale offering varieties such as showy milkweed, Rocky Mountain penstemon, black-eyed Susan, blue flax and others for $10 each. The event runs from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, May 31, at the Carson City Community Garden, 1044 Beverly Drive, Carson City. Visit extension.unr.edu/master-gardeners/events.aspx or www.facebook.com/UNRExtensionMasterGardeners for more information.
Paws for thought
Even in the best of economic times, taking the family pet in for routine checkups at the veterinarian clinic can be a bit expensive. But when you’re trying to make ends meet, an unplanned trip to the vet can put a strain on your finances. Feeding Pets of the Homeless aims to make pet care available to area families experiencing homelessness or financial hardship by offering a free pet-wellness clinic with support from Galena Veterinary Hospital, Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada, Nevada Humane Society, Washoe County Housing and Homeless Services and Northern Nevada Public Health. Services include basic veterinary examinations, vaccinations, microchipping, spay/neuter vouchers and pet food and supplies. Not only will pets get vaccinations, but their humans can get flu shots, too. The clinic will take place from 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday, May 17, at the parking lot of St. Vincent’s Dining Room, 325 Valley Road. Pets will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, visit petsofthehomeless.org or www.facebook.com/events/2201164580341891.
Wolf manner
Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary presents Wolves in Focus, an educational event that will spotlight the vital role wolves play in ecosystems and the challenges they face in the wild and in human care. Animal Ark will partner with Wolf Park, a nonprofit based in Indiana dedicated to the understanding, respect and conservation of wolves and other canid species. Their team will share insights on wolf conservation, current challenges and the importance of coexistence. Animal Ark will host educational booths and activities, including wolf biology, tracking demonstrations and hands-on learning for all ages. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary, 1265 Deerlodge Road. Tickets are $22 for adults, $20 for seniors age 62 and older, and $16 for children ages 3-12. Admission is free for children age 2 and younger. Visit www.animalark.org.
Cultural exchange
The city of Reno, along with the Asian Community Development Council and One APIA Nevada, mark Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month with music, dance, history and more at the second annual AANHPI Celebration. As part of the Reno CommUNITY event series, the festival features performers, food-truck vendors, community resources and a presentation on Reno’s Chinatown history. The free event runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at City Plaza, 30 N. Virginia St. Go to www.reno.gov or www.facebook.com/cityofreno for more info.
The spice must flow
Bring your appetite (and perhaps some antacids if you’re prone to heartburn) as you sample a variety of savory, spicy chili at the 43rd Chili on the Comstock and Craft Beer Tour. Professional and amateur chili cooks will compete for a spot in the International Chili Society World Finals, as well as votes in the “People’s Choice Chili” contest. Wash that tasty chili down with local and regional craft beers served at participating saloons and craft-beer tents. Craft Beer Tour tickets guarantee you 12 beer samples and three sweet treats. Individual beer and chili sampling packages are also available, as well as packages offering a combination of chili and beer tastings and entries to the chili pepper eating contest. Admission is free, with tasting and beer tour tickets ranging from $20 to $60. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, May 17-18, along C Street in Virginia City. Go to visitvirginiacitynv.com/chili-on-the-comstock for more details.
Back in time
Return to the early days of Nevada’s statehood at Bowers Mansion Living History Day. Listen to live bluegrass music by Sage Creek; play lawn games; and check out exhibits and living history demonstrations, such as mining, laundry, crafts and poker, that will happen in and around the mansion. Docents will lead a mansion history talk at the top of each hour. Self-guided tours are $8 for adults and $6 children and seniors (cash only). The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at Bowers Mansion Regional Park, 4005 Bowers Mansion Road, New Washoe City. Call 775-849-1825, or email Ranger Bret at bhartman@washoecounty.gov for more information. You can also visit www.washoecounty.gov/parks/calendar.php.
There’s always room for cello
Next week, internationally acclaimed Australian cellist Anthony Albrecht will perform his recital “Love & Compassion | Music for Solo Cello.” The program features works by Baroque and classical composers, including Suite No. 1 in G Major by Johann Sebastian Bach, Les voix humaines (The Voices of Humanity) by Marin Marais, Suite No. 2 in C Major by J.S. Bach and Capriccio No. 3 by Joseph Marie dall’Abaco, as well as a contemporary piece “Reclaiming the Spirit” by Sarah Hopkins. The performance starts at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 21, at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 200 Island Ave. Tickets are $40 for adults, and $35 for seniors and $10 for students and children. There is also a pay-what-you-can option. Visit www.facebook.com/bowerbirdcollective or events.humanitix.com/love-and-compassion-music-for-solo-cello?hxchl=hex-pfl.
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