The Alzheimer’s Association’s biggest fundraising walk of the year is coming back to Sparks, inviting everyone to register, donate, and walk in this weekend’s event at the Sparks Marina. The 2022 Walk to End Alzheimer’s-Northern Nevada is taking place on Saturday, October 8 from 8-11:30 a.m. to bring awareness and raise funds to fight and end Alzheimer’s disease and … [Read more...]
May 23: Sparks City Council Meeting Highlights
The following are highlights from the May 23, 2022, Sparks City Council Meeting. Announcements/ Presentations Brigadier General Michael Peyeral gave a presentation and update on the Nevada National Guard and community projects.Estipona Group provided an overview of the Secret Sparks campaign.The executive Director of the Nevada League of Cities gave a presentation … [Read more...]
Sparks Police HOPE Team recognized as finalist for 2022 Cashman Award
The Sparks Police Department HOPE (Homeless Outreach Proactive Engagement) division was recently pleased to be named a finalist in the 2022 Cashman Good Government Award. The annual award is given by the Nevada Taxpayers Association to government entities and organizations that combine their workplace experience with ingenuity to deliver services that are better, efficient, and … [Read more...]
Secret Sparks: Victorian Ave can’t-miss treasures this spring
Prizes to Find at the Sparks Heritage Museum Anchoring the east end of the Victorian Ave promenade is the heart of Sparks’ momentous history, The Sparks Heritage Museum. Visitors are kindly greeted by a 32 foot statue of single-toothed Last Chance Joe, who guards years of railroad memorabilia including an outdoor train exhibit consisting of a steam locomotive, a cupola … [Read more...]
Community Happenings
The weather has been nice and sunny lately as we’ve been enjoying what some Tahoe ski resorts call “false spring”. Therefore, it seems like local artists have been coming out of the woodworks, and all have events going on this Thursday, February 20th with an artist reception at Copper Cat Studio, 3rd Thursday taking place in Victorian Plaza, and the Nevada Woodchucks gathering … [Read more...]
Community Happenings
Well, Punxsutawney Phil didn’t see his shadow last Sunday, which means that spring is supposed to come early. But considering that he is only correct around 40 percent of the time, it’s likely that the weather in the next few weeks could go either way. That afternoon, the Kansas City Chiefs just clinched their first Super Bowl title in 50 years, gaining the lead in the last six … [Read more...]
Community Happenings
If you are looking for things to do in the following two weeks in Sparks, then there are plenty of ways to kick back and have fun with friends and family while giving back to the community. Consider attending the annual Brew Haha at the Nugget this weekend, with proceeds of the event going to the Sierra Arts Foundation, give blood at Baldini’s, or participate in the Scheels … [Read more...]
Community Happenings
Looking for things to do during the next two weeks in the Sparks/Spanish Springs area? Here are some fun and important community events that you should have on your radar: Events About Pets On Thursday, Jan. 9, The Bark House on 860 E Greg Street is going to be hosting a low-cost vaccination clinic for Sparks pets from 6-7 p.m. The main vaccines being offered are the … [Read more...]