To do list

Artown is chock full of activities and events that will keep you entertained throughout the month of July. Here’s a list of one cool event for each day of Artown to help get you started.

July 1:

Discover Storytime with Kathleen Durham is a children’s event as part of the Discover the Arts series going on weekdays throughout the duration of Artown. At this event, the Underfolk and Undermice sagas by Durham continue, and you’ll get to make a miniature book before leaving. McKinley Arts and Culture Center. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Call 322-1538 for more information.

July 2:

Tuesday night Dancing in the Park performances start out with the Reno Dance Company with “Icons and Idols.” This will be a tribute to entertainers, celebrities and pop cultures that affect the world of dance and music. Some of these entertainers and celebrities will include Gene Kelly, Elvis, John Travolta, MC Hammer, Madonna and Michael Jackson. Wingfield Park. 8-9:30 p.m. Free. Call 829-7878 for more information.

July 3:

Create your own art on a 4-inch tile Mondays and Wednesdays throughout the month of July. The Clay Canvas. July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. 2-5 p.m. July 3, 10, 17, 24. 2-8 p.m. $1. Call 828-4118 for more information.

July 4:

Patriotic Music in the Park will be performed by the Reno Municipal Band to celebrate Independence Day. Prior to the event, the Wingfield Park Amphitheater will be renamed to the Wingfield Park Glenn Little Amphitheater and dedicated in memory of Glenn Little, a man who dedicated 55 years of his life to the Reno Municipal Band. Wingfield Park Amphitheater. 6-6:30 p.m. and 7:30-10 p.m. Free. Call 322-1538 for more information.

July 5:

Reno Rock Camp will have Real Kids Rock Concerts every Friday of Artown. Performers will be selected campers from weekly camps going on throughout July. Galena High School. July 5, 12, 19, 26. 4-7 p.m. $5 admission to concerts. Visit renorockcamp.com for more information.

July 6:

The Biggest Little Music Festival will have local bands, food, brews and more throughout the park. Wingfield Park. 2-10 p.m. Free. Call 324-5521 for more information.

July 7:

Take the Bike Tour Through Old Reno to visit the most historic parts of Reno with Glee Willis as your tour guide. This tour is presented by the Historic Reno Preservation Society. Reservations and helmets are required. My Favorite Muffin. 9-10:30 a.m. $10 or free for HRPS members. Call 747-4478 or visit historicreno.org for more information.

July 8:

Family Festival will take place every Monday of Artown, excluding opening night. The event will have face painting, crafts, games, entertainment and more for Artown-goers of all ages. You must register for face painting prior to the event because of its popularity by visiting renoisartown.ticketleap.com/artown-face-painting-registration. Wingfield Park. 5-7 p.m. July 8, 15, 22, 29. Free.

July 9:

Spoken Word will be an event from the Spoken Views Collective, Reno’s spoken word poetry collective, and put on by the Sierra Arts Foundation. This event will profile local spoken word poets. It will take place every Tuesday of Artown. Sierra Arts Gallery. 6-8 p.m. Free. Call 329-2787 for more information.

July 10:

The World Music Series is every Wednesday night, and this Wednesday, it features Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano. This group is Grammy Award-winning and has more than 50 years of musical history behind them. Wingfield Park. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Call 322-1538 for more information.

July 11:

Dementia The Musical written by Dr. Steve Rubin is rated PG, so it’s good for the whole family. It features the ups and downs of aging. Steinway Piano Gallery. 7-9 p.m. Free. Call 829-0600 or visit spgreno.com for more information.

July 12:

Grab a blanket and watch the classic film, Field of Dreams, with family and friends this Friday night. Wingfield Park. 9-11:15 p.m. Free. Call 322-1538 for more information.

July 13:

Pops On the River presents its Broadway Bash this evening, which will feature a mix of Broadway favorites and food, wine and costumes. Wingfield Park. 5-11 p.m. $10-$5,000. Call 323-6393 or visit renophil.com/popsontheriver for more information.

July 14:

Come out to the Nevada Opera Renaissance Fair for all your favorite renaissance fair festivities with an opera theme. There will also be “Opera Shorts” on the stage throughout the day. Wingfield Park. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Free. Call 786-4046 or visit nevadaopera.org for more information.

July 15:

The Cat in the Hat will be performed by TheatreWorks of Northern Nevada and will be fun for the whole family. It will also be performed as part of the Family Series at Wingfield Park on July 8 from 7-8 p.m. Renown Regional Medical Center. 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Call 284-0789 or visit twnn.org for more information.

July 16:

As part of the Dancing in the Park series, Sierra Nevada Ballet will perform Dancing by the River, directed by Rosine Bena. It will feature Cami Thompson and her trio (vocals), Sam Weber (fastest feet in tap), former Joffrey Ballet principal Domingo Rubio and others. Wingfield Park. 8-9:30 p.m. Free. Call 737-9101 or visit sierranevadaballet.org for more information.

July 17:

The Reno Municipal Band, with Ross Mitchell from KOH Radio, will present various popular music from Disney movies. This will happen again on July 19 from 12-1 p.m. University of Nevada, Reno quadrangle. 6-8 p.m. Call 334-2414 for more information.

July 18:

Rumors by Neil Simon is about four couples at an anniversary celebration that doesn’t begin because of gossiping. Ageless Repertory Theatre will present it in a reader’s theater version for mature audiences. Circles Edge for Spiritual Living. $1 suggested donation. Call 345-7323 or visit webpages.charter.net/agelessrep for more information.

July 19:

“Open Spaces and Special Places-The Art of Conservation for Kids” is two paint-in sessions for kids this morning/afternoon as the art show by the same name will also be going on. Children will learn about plein-air painting and paint scenes from around the Rancho San Rafael Regional Park. Wilbur D. May Museum. 10-11:30 a.m. and 12-1:30 p.m. Free. Call 785-5961 or visit nevadalandtrust.org for more information.

July 20:

The Basque Festival at Artown will feature Basque dancing, music, food and games with local and regional dancers and a band in the evening. Wingfield Park. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Free. Call 762-3577 for more information.

July 21:

Learn how to make your photos the best they can be. This two-day photography bootcamp with Vincent Cascio will help you with many different topics, including composition, color and black and white photography, film photography, lighting, panoramic photography and the high dynamic range process. Reno Art Works. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 20 and 21. $25 per day. Visit blackhawkvirtualmedia.com for more information.

July 22:

The Story Pirates come to the Family Series this evening to help promote creativity in children by performing selected stories written by students in the area. Wingfield Park. 7-8 p.m. Free. Call 322-1538 for more information.

July 23:

The Dancing in the Park series returns with a performance from InnerRhythms Dance Theatre and RhythMatriX presenting new choreography in various genres. Wingfield Park. 8-9:30 p.m. Free. Call 530-8464 or visit innerrhythms.org for more information.

July 24:

Red Baraat will be on the World Music Series stage this evening. This band consists of an eight-piece brass and drum combination and is known for being a great party band. Its sound is a mix of jazz, brass funk, go-go and hip hop along with bhangra rhythms. Wingfield Park. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Call 322-1538 for more information.

July 25:

Latin musician Pete Escovedo will perform with his daughter, Sheila E., and an orchestra. He is a well-known musician and percussionist and has toured with Santana, Tito Puente and more. His style is a mix of Latin jazz, salsa, smooth jazz and contemporary music. Sheila E. was the percussionist for Prince and is a talented Latin musician. This will be the first time they have performed together in Northern Nevada. Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater. 7:30-9:30 p.m. $25-$35. For tickets, visit renoisartown.ticketleap.com.

July 26:

Discover the Art of Magic with magician Merlinski as part of the Discover the Arts series. Children will see a magic show, learn a trick and make a Harry Potter wand. Neil Road Recreation Center Gymnasium. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Free. Call 322-1538 for more information.

July 27:

Compression! Art and Fire Festival will be hosted by Controlled Burn. This festival will feature fire arts, flame effects, culture and performances you would expect from Black Rock City. Reno City Plaza. 3-11 p.m. $3 suggested donation. Call 686-9608 or visit compression.controlledburnreno.com for more information.

July 28:

Come see the Rocky Horror Picture Show with a live band. Participation is encouraged. Rated R. It will also play July 28 from 12-2 a.m. for $13. Cargo at Whitney Peak Hotel. 8-10 p.m. $10. Call 398-5400 for more information.

July 29:

Hansel and Gretel: A Cautionary Tale of Healthy Eating and Exercise will be performed by giant puppets. This classic was adapted at the hands of “The Quasimodo” Milwaukee Physical Theater. Wingfield Park. 7-8 p.m. Free. Call 322-1538 for more information.

July 30:

The final performance of the Dancing in the park series will be Latin Dance and Showcase. Gózalo Dance Company of Reno’s 60 to 80 dancers and dancers from other companies will join together to put on a night with Latin dancing and shows. Wingfield Park. 8-10 p.m. Free. Call 813-1143 or visit salsareno.com/classes/GozaloDanceCompany.htm for more information.

July 31:

Shuggie Otis will be the closing performance of Artown this year. Come check out his performance for blues rock and R&B by a musician who plays guitar, piano, organ and bass. He recorded with Frank Zappa, Mos Def and more. Wingfield Park. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Call 322-1538 for more information. Ω