For a few years, Victorian Square looked victorian squandered. Northern Nevada was hit as hard as anywhere when the housing market collapsed in December 2007 and the portion of downtown Sparks with the most personality reflected the damage. But things appear to be changing. A rebounding economy as well as the efforts of 39 North (a grassroots organization of local … [Read more...]
Sparks Celebrates America’s Birthday in Grand Fashion
The streets of Sparks were fairly quiet Sunday morning, except for patriotically decorated kids and bikes roaming around Victorian Square. “We have three kids in the [patriotic] parade,” said Danuta Manabat, mother of some of the children. “My kindergarten-er got a flyer in the school about a month ago and got excited about it, so we started planning it.’’ Promoting the … [Read more...]
Thursday night Marketplace kicks off in Victorian Square
There are vendors selling fresh fruits and vegetables, but the weekly Outdoor Marketplace event at Victorian Square is not to be confused with the old Farmer’s Market on the site. Sponsored by 39 North Downtown, the second annual event that kicked off last week is a family friendly fun time with much more. The not-for-profit organization of business and community leaders … [Read more...]
Candidate forum held at Victorian Square
Sparks citizens had the chance to socialize with their 2016 Primary candidates when The Sparks Tribune and 39 North Downtown hosted a Meet and Greet and 2016 Candidate Forum in the heart of Victorian Square. Last week’s event began in the rejuvenated space between Cantina Los Tres Hombres and Victorian Saloon, a courtyard setting with a funky urban vibe inspiring business … [Read more...]
Free movie theater parking approved to shore up Victorian Square redevelopment
Customers of Century Theatres will continue to have free parking at the city parking garage adjacent to the 14-screen complex in Victorian Square, the Sparks City Council has decided, in a move designed to solidify Victorian Square’s redevelopment. The council approved an agreement that guarantees movie-goers will have access to free parking. The agreement is viewed as an … [Read more...]
Developers place faith on Victorian Square, urban housing
Builders of one of Victorian Square’s latest and most anticipated projects, a 236-unit apartment complex, will officially begin construction Sep. 28 under the direction of Reno-based Silverwing Development. J. Carter Witt III, Silverwing’s president, and Doug Hunter, the company’s director of construction, are overseeing the project. The company’s latest … [Read more...]
39 North Marketplace holds Hawaiian-style finale
39 North Marketplace, a modern street side market event in Sparks, held a Hawaiian style grand finale in Victorian Square last Thursday. The “Island Luau” brought a variety of activities and entertainment to Victorian Square, all with a Polynesian flare. Chef Joe Eidem demonstrated how to make a traditional Luau feast in the St. Mary’s Amphitheater. Hawaiian dancers from … [Read more...]
39 North Marketplace
John Byrne photos/Tribune The 39 North Marketplace offers a variety of activities for all ages every Thursday at Victorian Square. The marketplace, a new event this year, wraps up its summer season this week. Violet Ortega, 3, gets her face painted at the marketplace (top), while Nevada Humane Society volunteer Karen Inda works the Victorian Square booth for the society’s … [Read more...]