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Nevadan things to do (week of Oct. 19)

What’s happening in Nevada this week? All sorts of things to do, from Shakespeare performances to fall and Halloween festivals.

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Get out there! There's something to do for everyone, whether you're in Reno or Las Vegas.

Whether you’re in Reno or Las Vegas, join your community at these events, workshops, and shows.

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Nevada Shakespeare Festival presents “The Taming of the Shrew”

Thursday, Oct. 22, 7 p.m. (Las Vegas)

Check out local talent taking on Shakespeare’s fierce farce about gender roles and materialism. This event is free. Recommended for ages 10 and older. No glass containers or pets.

Family Movie Night Featuring “Coco”

Friday, Oct. 23, 6 p.m. (Las Vegas)

Watch Disney and Pixar’s Coco at Stewart Place Park with free activities and refreshments while supplies last.

Nevada State Museum Halloween Block Party: Trunk or Treat

Friday, Oct. 23, 5-8 p.m. (Carson City)

It’s a party and a trunk or treat, plus a free haunted “ghost town,” spooky arts and activities, and food trucks. Costumes are encouraged!

The Carson City Historical Society Presents: NEVADA NIGHTMARES — Dark Tales from the Silver State

Friday, Oct. 23, 6:30-8 p.m. 

Listen to chilling true tales, strange happenings, and unforgettable stories pulled from the pages of Nevada history. Tickets: $10

Catrina Workshop & Build

Saturday, Oct. 24, noon-3:30 p.m. (Las Vegas)

Help convert a 12 foot skeleton into a Catrina for Día de Muertos. This is a community project for a Día de Muertos celebration on Nov 7. Activity is recommended for participants over 15 years old. 

Spooky Jazzy Halloween with the International Opera Institute

Sunday, Oct. 25, 2-3 p.m. (Las Vegas)

Performers from The International Opera Institute are showing off their spooky side. Free and open to the public. Seating is on a first-come, first-served.

Senior Sundays: Art in Conversation

Sunday, Oct. 25, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Reno)

The program invites participants to come and connect with works of art, share their observations, storytelling, and interpretations. Tickets found online. 

Harvest Festival at Animal Ark 

Oct. 24-25, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. (Reno)

A family friendly festival filled with sweet treats, trick or treating, local food trucks, and resident animals. Tickets available online or at the gate. Proceeds from the event go towards supporting Animal Ark’s mission of wildlife conservation and education.

Friends of Washoe County Library Book Sale

Oct. 17-25 (Reno)

In search of a book? Check out this 9-day event, featuring books, DVDs, and CDs. We Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted.


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  • Jannelle Calderón is The Nevadan / El Nevadense newsletter editor. A bilingual storyteller, she’s passionate about highlighting the human side of policy and showcasing Nevada’s vibrant cultures. She previously reported for The Nevada Independent and is a graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Jannelle also writes Vegas Somos, a Spanish-language newsletter dedicated to breaking down the issues that matter most to Nevada’s Latino communities.

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