Happy Monday!

Hope you had a good weekend. We took care of my in-laws’ dogs, which meant we had six furry kiddos in the house — four dogs and two cats. Thankfully we have a big backyard for the dogs to chase each other. 

Speaking of dogs, it’s getting hot out there! Remember that asphalt can burn your pup’s paws, so take walks in the early morning or at night, and never leave them in the car by themselves or locked outside without shade or water.

Just a couple weeks ago we saw the case of a french bulldog who died after being left outside in a locked crate in direct sun. Our furry friends rely on us to keep them safe.  

Have a good week!

P.S. Last week’s Vegas Somos featured Nocturno, a new cocktail bar in the Arts District in Las Vegas. Have you tried it? 

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🖌 Reception of Creativity Is a New Formula for Life: This free, in-person event offers a look at the exhibition, which runs from June 16 through Sept. 12. The reception will be held June 18, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Historic Fifth Street School Mayor’s Gallery (401 S. Fourth St.)  Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the artists and curators, including lead curator Zoë Camper, and experience a diverse array of works that challenge conventional boundaries and inspire new ways of thinking.

🖤 Juneteenth Festival 2025: The 24th Annual Las Vegas Juneteenth Festival is taking place June 21 at The Expo at World Market Center (435 S. Grand Central Parkway). There will be live performances, delicious food vendors, local artisans, and activities for the whole family. 

🐸 Rad Tad’s Block Party: Dive into swimming, jam to live music, play games, and leap into some water safety fun. Saturday, June 21, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wells Outdoor Swimming Pool (1650 Price St.) in Henderson. Free admission and no registration necessary. 

🤠 Reno Rodeo: Find everything you need to know about attending the Reno Rodeo here. It kicks off June 19 and runs through June 28. A few tickets are still available for some weeknights, and organizers plan to release a limited number same day at the box office. Carnival rides and games will be open from 4 p.m. until close on weekdays, and noon to close on weekends. 

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I might be too chicken for The Strat’s Skyjump, which technically isn’t a zipline — it’s more of a free fall as you’ll plunge 855 feet — but I find Haley’s Comet at Area15 more my style. 

When you ride Haley’s Comet, you can control the speed and it takes you through Area15 — where you can see the murals from a new perspective. And if you have a competitive side, you can race other riders. 

And yeah, I know that in the Skyjump you’re tethered and that the other ziplining experiences are safe. I simply prefer my feet on the ground. 

Are you a thrill-seeker? 

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Sun Valley is nuzzled between Reno and Sparks. It is one of seven communities in the North Valleys region that have developed beyond the reach of Reno’s urban core — along with Cold Springs, Golden Valley, Hungry Valley, Rancho Haven, Lemmon Valley, and Stead. 

Among Renoites, Sun Valley has a complicated and stinky reputation, with the term “trailer trash” often used. But that’s not what I saw. I saw a close knit community, parents watching their children play soccer, and thriving businesses. But I also saw signs of economic hardship and historical government neglect.

Despite the negative public perception, its history is rich, complex, and increasingly shaped by a community determined to change its own narrative. 

(Reno Gazette Journal)

Surrounded by a sea of sagebrush, the lonely structure was a familiar sight for motorists making the commute up Mount Rose Highway. Whether it be from shoppers at the nearby mall or folks journeying to Lake Tahoe, the cabin’s golden stone walls turned heads. It also garnered just as many questions from folks curious about its past.

The abandoned cabin had been at that spot for so long that it felt like it was going to be there forever. Then one day, it disappeared.

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