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Holiday Cheer Spotlight: Reno Events to Get You Into the Spirit

November 25, 2019/in Reno Events and Activities /by Shauna Morris

While Santa is busy making lists and checking them twice, the Biggest Little City is turning the town into a winter wonderland! If sugarplum fairies are already dancing in your head, there are a variety of holiday events in Reno to check out.

Santa’s Christmas Wonderland | November 26 – December 29
Visit Eldorado Resort Casino at THE ROW and be amazed by the sparkling costumes and high-kicking dancers that dazzle in this awe-inspiring holiday show.

A Christmas Story – The Musical | November 29-December 1
While the movie is a classic, the live musical is on a whole other level. Visit the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts to see what we mean. It’s a Reno holiday event you won’t want to miss.

Crafts for Christmas | November 29-December 1
If you’re looking for a few unique gifts to give this year, check out the more than 100 craft and gift vendors at the Nugget Resort Casino.

Winter Dreams | December 6-22
No matter what you’re looking for in a performance, Winter Dreams has it all. This winter-inspired circus has magic, aerial dance, acrobats, and more. It’s all happening at Sierra Marketplace on Virginia and Moana.

39 North Pole Village | December 12-14
Holiday lights, photo ops with Santa, and The Griswold Challenge make this event a must-visit for any family. Be sure to stop by downtown Sparks during the middle of December.

Reno Santa Pub Crawl | December 14
Come in your best Santa costume or dress to impress in anything that reminds you of Christmas and take to the streets to drink and dance with other visitors and residents of the city.

AVA Ballet Theatre presents The Nutcracker | December 13-15
Watch the stage come to life in this beautiful production of the beloved holiday classic. It isn’t quite Christmastime without a few dancing mice gliding around the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts!

Holiday Dreams – Spectacular Holiday Cirque | December 19 – January 1
Watch as performers come together in a beautiful show full of holographic effects and world-class acrobats at Grand Sierra Resort.

The North Pole isn’t the only place that knows what the meaning of the holidays is all about, so grab your loved ones and make some holiday memories around Reno this year. We hope to see you all out enjoying Reno’s holiday festivities, and if you ever have any real estate questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to your friends at the David Morris Group at (775) 828-3292.

Where to go Trick-or-Treating in Reno

October 28, 2019/in Reno Events and Activities /by Shauna Morris

With just a few days before the streets are full of children and children at heart dressed up in their favorite costumes, it’s important to know where you can get all the candy you’ll need to get you through the cold months! Your neighborhood isn’t the only great place to go trick-or-treating this year; there’s also:

2nd Annual Halloween Hollow at Idlewild Park – Thursday, October 31 from 4-8 PM
This free event includes a haunted house for kids and adults, games, a costume contest for kids and pets, and candy at the Midway! You can also ride the Idlewild spooky train by donating two cans to the Food Bank or paying $2.

Trick or Treat in the Streets of the Museum – Thursday, October 31 from 4-7:30 PM
Special admission during this event is only $2, so come and enjoy the candy stations and games available at the National Automobile Museum.

Howl-O-Ween – Thursday, October 31 from 4-6:30 PM
Come to the Nevada Humane Society for safe trick or treating with lots of free treats for kids in costume. There will be Halloween music and decorations along with people and pets dressed up in costumes. Pets will be available for adoption at the event, so beware, you may just come home with a new furry goblin!

Reno Town Mall Trick-or-Treating – Thursday, October 31 from 3:30-5:30 PM
After you pick up the kids from school, head over to the Reno Town Mall for a little free trick-or-treating.

Reno Library Trick-or-Treating – Thursday, October 31 from 1-4 PM
Pick up a few books that have some great ghost stories for your family to read by the fire while showing off your costumes and collecting a little candy! The Reno Library is the perfect place to start your Halloween celebration.

Reno-Sparks Scheels Safe Trick or Treat – Thursday, October 31 from 4-6 PM
Walk around the Legends stores trick-or-treating and enter a fun costume contest. The contest will be held outside Scheels at 5 PM, with the winner receiving a gift card.

We hope you have a safe and fun Halloween! There are some great ways to get out and get involved with the community this holiday, so if you ever have any questions about Reno or Sparks, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re more than happy to be your guide and help you navigate your way through town.

Stay in the Know: 4 Construction Projects Happening Around Reno

October 16, 2019/in Reno-Sparks Businesses, Reno-Sparks Real Estate /by Shauna Morris

The rattle of the bulldozers, hammers, and cranes have been heard throughout Reno. With all of the construction happening, it’s hard to keep up on what projects are taking place and what has been done in the recent months. We have an update on some really exciting projects everyone should know about!

Esprit Townhome Apartments
The Reno-Sparks housing communities are seeing a large need for middle homes, better known as a market between apartment living and single-family home lifestyles. The Esprit Townhome Apartments consist of 126 three-story townhouses tucked on a 7.88-acre lot. The construction area is close to Veterans Parkway and Geiger Grade. Construction crews are already clearing the land and it’s expected that the clubhouse will be finished in spring 2020 with residents starting to move in around that time.

OnTrac
This logistics firm is currently building a 186,600-square-foot space in Reno’s North Valleys. The new facility could be a complement or a replacement of the 165,000-square-foot distribution center on Vista Boulevard in Sparks, but there’s been no word on what OnTrac plans to do with both properties.

The Pavilions
The Pavilions shopping center on South Virginia Street continues to be touched up. The whole shopping center is getting a facelift with a new lumber and slate exterior. There has also been interior demolition of walls, grid ceilings, and HVAC systems.

Steamboat by Vintage
Last July a low-income apartment project broke ground and it’s finally coming together! The clubhouse is open and the first apartment buildings have residents moving in. The development has one, two, and three bedroom apartments available for people who fit the low-income household thresholds. The property also features three playgrounds, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness facility, and a dog park.

Affordable housing continues to be an area that developers and city officials are focusing their attention. With this comes a lot of construction and new projects springing up. If you’re ever curious about what’s happening in your neighborhood and how the coming changes could affect the resale value of your home, contact us at The David Morris Group. We’re happy to give you an insider’s perspective into the real estate market and help you buy or sell a home!

Preparing for the Tahoe Ski Season

October 7, 2019/in Reno Events and Activities, Uncategorized /by Shauna Morris

The first day of fall may have just passed, but with some of the first flurries being seen at Mt. Rose, people are already talking about the upcoming ski season. After receiving 493 inches at Mt. Rose and 623 inches of snow at Sugar Bowl Resort during the 2018 – 2019 season, it’s easy to see why there would be rumblings and rumors of what the 2019 – 2020 season holds for skiers and snowboarders alike. For a look at when the resorts around the area will be opening up for the season, check out the list below:

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe – October 25
As Reno’s go-to resort, Mt. Rose has put in a ton of money into bettering their ticketing system as well as their snow machines. $1.5 million was invested in on-mountain improvements, so check them out for yourself.

Boreal Mountain – November 8
Boreal has made a ton of updates that will allow them to offer hands-free ticketing and make checking in and getting on the lifts easier than ever. If you’re ever up near Donner Summit, be sure to check out these slopes!

Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows – November 15
Time is of the essence, which is why Squaw Valley put in a $10 million Treeline Cirque chairlift to get skiers and riders to their destination faster than ever.

Heavenly Mountain – November 22
If you have an open Sunday, you’ll want to head to the resort straddling the Nevada and California border. With the amazing deals they offer for guests staying Sundays, you may just have to call into work on Monday.

Northstar California – November 22
Take a bite out of Northstar! This resort just outside of Lake Tahoe offers some great cuisine with an updated pub-style menu. Put in some time on the slopes and at the dinner table.

Kirkwood Mountain – November 27
If you like to go off the beaten path, ask about Expedition: Kirkwood. You’re sure to grab some great skills and explore some of the areas that aren’t open to just anyone.

Sugar Bowl Resort – November 29
Phase one of a large project to clean up the terrain and produce better snow has just wrapped. It’s part of a multi-year, $8 million project, so it’ll be interesting to see what this season has in store for visitors.

Diamond Peak – December 12
Put the snow quality at Diamond Peak to the test! The resort has added a new PistenBully 400 ParkPro snowcat and is unleashing four new TechnoAlpin TR8 snow guns to ensure everyone has a great season.

Tahoe Donner – December 13
Tahoe Donner is a classic and a great pit stop for anyone in and around Truckee to visit!

We hope you’re prepping your snowboards, and practicing your form, because it’s sure to be a great season. Stay safe out there, and if you or someone you know are looking to buy or sell a home, give our team a call!

Celebrating October with Boos and Brews

September 30, 2019/in Reno-Sparks Businesses /by Shauna Morris

Reno’s wine walks are almost as legendary as the bar crawls, but for the casual beer drinker that just enjoys sampling a few of the newest brews, Reno has you covered too! With fall just kicking off and with the Halloween season upon us, it’ll be time to switch out those pale ales for stouts and porters. For some of the best breweries to visit this autumn, just keep scrolling!

Lead Dog Brewing – There’s nothing quite like an Oktoberfest brew to make it feel like the fall season is upon us. Lead Dog Brewing’s locations in Reno and Sparks will have you waxing your board in preparation for the fresh powder with just a few sips of their seasonal brews.
10 Torr – For those who love a play on words, you’ll want to check out 10 Torr’s newly-released Hazemania Devil, a Double NE IPA made with hops straight from Tazmania. There’s also a coffee stout set to be released in October, and we’re sure it’ll be just as mouth-watering as the rest of their brews.
The Depot – If you crave anything pumpkin flavored as soon as fall is even mentioned, you’ll want to get more than a few tastes of the Pumpkin Brown Ale, The Pilgrim, at The Depot. With a pale lager, a smoked pilsner, and a wild ale to round out their seasonal brews, there’s something for every beer lover here!
Great Basin Brewing Company – As Nevada’s oldest brewery, Great Basin Brewing Company knows how to make the flavors of the season pop in a variety of their beers. The Reno and Sparks locations will have Oktoberfest and Deathwish APA that will pay homage to the fall flavors, so be sure to give them a whirl.
Pigeon Head Brewery – As Reno’s first brewery to think about brewing on a larger scale, there’s always a variety of tasty beers to try, but for something that has a little more of a fall vibe, try Red Rye Lager, the India Pale Lager, or their signature Oktoberfest brew.

There are a ton of places to visit in order to get into the fall spirit. Before the streets are overrun with zombies, witches, and ghosts for a spooky Halloween celebration, be sure to sip some of the seasonal specialties at the breweries around town. If you happen to find a local hot spot you frequent and would love a home nearby, give our team a call! We’re happy to work with you to find your dream home in your dream neighborhood.

Construction Update: 3 Projects Happening Around Reno

September 25, 2019/in Reno-Sparks Real Estate /by Shauna Morris

It’s likely that on your drive to work and on your way to meet up with friends you’ve seen some of the construction happening around town. There are a lot of projects currently underway and they can bring more growth and opportunity for the community. Below are some of the developments you should know about.

Aloft Hotel
Located immediately adjacent to the Reno-Tahoe International Airport is a 164-key Aloft hotel that will be the first tech-forward lifestyle hotel in Reno. Aloft falls under the Marriott International hotel umbrella, and Reno will be the company’s first Nevada location. The hotel is said to come with a vast array of amenities including portable breakfast pots instead of continental breakfast, live music in the lounge performed by indie artists, and towels and toiletries delivered by a robot butler. Rooms will also feature 9-foot ceilings, rainfall showerheads and pet-friendly touches for dogs under 40 pounds. The target opening date is set for sometime in the spring of 2020.

Chase Bank
Chase Bank has been very open about the desire to expand the company’s reach in Nevada, which is why the newest branch will be coming to Spanish Springs. While the permits were issued back in March, construction hasn’t quite happened yet. It’s hard to say when this second Sparks location will open up, but it’s a big step in Chase’s plans to join the Northern Nevada community.

ER at McCarran NW
North McCarran Boulevard will soon be the sight of a new emergency room, all part of Northern Nevada Medical Center’s expansion plans. There’s currently a shortage of doctors in the area and this construction project has hopes to remedy that. The 10,840-square-foot facility is expected to open sometime in 2020, and there are plans to work on models to increase access to behavioral health services.

There are so many exciting projects happening around town, and there are sure to be some great perks and growth opportunities that spring up as an effect of the construction. If you’re ever curious about how the area has changed over the years and what Reno and Sparks could look like with these new developments, give our team a call! We’re happy to give you some insight into the city we love to call home.

Reno’s Got Good Vibrations

September 13, 2019/in Reno Events and Activities /by Shauna Morris

There’s a rumble and then a roar, and before you know it, the streets are shaking with the sounds from several engines grumbling down the block. Everywhere you go, you’ll see, hear, and feel hundreds of motorcycles joining the cars along the streets and kicking off one of Reno’s favorite fall events — Street Vibrations!

The last motorcycle rally of 2019 is coming September 25 and the events will finish up on September 29. If you’ve been to Street Vibrations before, you know that the fall rally takes it to a new level every year. With six outdoor stages, there’s amazing live entertainment to keep you entertained and rocking out while you explore the more than 250 vendors spread throughout downtown Reno.

The event doesn’t stop there! Scavenger hunts and poker runs are also included in the lineup, as well as a spectacular fireworks display in downtown Reno. For the true bike lovers, there’s a custom bike auction, bike builder’s show and competition, and even a tattoo expo.

If you can’t make it to downtown Reno, there are even some events happening in Virginia City, Carson City, and the Harley-Davidson stores in the area! There are some great headliners coming into town just for the festivities including Grand Marshal Erik Estrada who will head up the “Police on Parade.”

No matter if you come to the event for the outdoor concerts and vendors or to participate in some of the other activities, be sure to marvel at the bikes that are incredible pieces of art. The Street Vibrations Fall Rally is just one of the events that makes us love Reno, and we hope you and your family get out to enjoy some of the festivities!

If you would like to buy a home that’s closer to the action or need help selling your home, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your friends at The David Morris Group. We’re always happy to help in any way we can.

Don’t Stress Over Moving

September 5, 2019/in Uncategorized /by Shauna Morris

Moving is never a fun experience. Sure, the thought of starting fresh and making a new space feel like home is exciting, but the process of boxing up your things and coordinating with movers is exhausting. We’ve all been there, but we have some tips on how you can make the move a little easier.

Good things come in twos – You may have heard that it’s best to begin planning for your move two months before the big day and get packing two weeks before. We’re here to tell you that this is the best way to take the stress out of your move. It’s common to want to procrastinate, but when you stretch the process and give yourself little tasks to tackle each day, you’re more likely to enjoy the process.

Make a list of everything you need to take care of – There’s a ton to do before the big move, and if you’re not careful, something can slip through the cracks. Make a checklist of everything you need to do. Include everything from updating your billing address to getting utilities and internet services set up in your new place and canceled in your old one.

Pack room by room – It’s easiest to begin packing up your home room by room, and be sure you label everything. Trust us, you won’t remember which “kitchen stuff” box has the blender that you need to have ready for your morning smoothies, so mark down the room and some of the important things that are in the box.

Measure your furniture – Not every home is created equal. You’ll want to make sure that your current furniture will fit in your new home. Look at the floorplan and begin preparing where items will go in your home. Your future self will thank you if you can drastically reduce the time it takes to unpack your home.

We know that moving can be a whirlwind of activity and it’s a big decision on whether you should pack up and find a new place to put down roots. If you ever need help weighing the pros and cons of selling your home or are curious about the homes currently on the market, give our team a call! We’re here to help in any way we can.

Bike, Hike, and the Like

August 30, 2019/in Reno Events and Activities /by Shauna Morris

The fickle Reno and Tahoe weather can sometimes put a damper on your plans to get outdoors, but with so many trails, parks, and open landscapes, it’s a crime to stay indoors. So, before the first snowfall and on the days that the sun isn’t hidden by gloomy rain clouds, we have some spots you should explore!

Mountain Biking Spots:

Tahoe Rim Trail offers a variety of terrain to suit a variety of riders at any skill level. Want to find some sand and silt, a few steep climbs, and downhill descents to try out? This trail has it all!
Picnic Rock Vista Ride is great for anyone looking for a leisure bike ride that offers some great sights. This 3-mile trip will ensure you leave with some great shots of Lake Tahoe and the pine forests that surround it.
Dry Pond Loop is a mountain biking spot at the base of Mount Rose with a challenging climb and an exhilarating descent. If it sounds too challenging for two wheels, you can try it on two feet — this spot is popular for hikers and joggers as well.
Hidden Valley Regional Park has a few mountain biking trail loops to choose from. Backcountry Loop will give your legs a workout, but Perimeter Loop and Highland Trail are great for beginner and intermediate riders.

Hiking Spots:

Bartley Ranch Loop Trail has some great views that overlook the city. You’ll be happy to reach the top of this 1.5-mile hike, trust us.
Hunter Creek Trail covers a variety of terrain, but at the end of the hike, there’s a big reward: a waterfall! The hike is just a little shy of 6 miles and is sure to get your heart pumping.
Peavine Peak Trail is perfect for the experienced hiker, and you can bring your four-legged best friend with you! The dog-friendly trail covers 8.5 miles and has an elevation gain of 2,834 feet. The views of Reno and Sparks that are unlike any other.
Cross Peak Trail is where you should go if you’re looking for the perfect photo opportunity. Save energy for the last quarter mile, it’s steep!

We hope you and your family explore the outdoors while the weather is beautiful, and if you’re looking for a home that’s close to some great trails, give our team a call. We’ll show you some of the best homes close to areas that will keep you and your family outdoors and exploring the Nevada terrain.

Event Spotlight: Great Reno Balloon Races

August 23, 2019/in Reno Events /by Shauna Morris

Reno offers so many visually appealing attractions, but none are more well known and beloved than the Great Reno Balloon Races – the world’s largest free hot-air ballooning event.

The three-day event kicks off September 6th and goes through the weekend. Before the event is over, you’re sure to catch more than just a glimpse of dozens of hot air balloons taking flight and dotting the sky with a variety of colors.

When the Great Reno Balloon Races first started in 1982, there were close to 20 balloons that soared above the city, but today there up to 100 balloons flying high around town. This community tradition is truly a spectacle and residents and tourists bond over their lack of sleep and desire for some strong coffee as they sit and watch the balloons take flight during Dawn Patrol.

Friday – Sunday, gates to the Rancho San Rafael Regional Park will open at 3:30 AM for the Super Glow Show to start at 5:00 and the Dawn Patrol to begin at 5:30 AM. It’s recommended to get there early to get a good seat and be sure to bundle up! The mornings can be a little more than brisk, but it can warm up once the sun peaks out during Dawn Patrol.

If you and your family would like to see the sky covered in balloons, stick around until 7 AM, when the pilots will have a mass ascension and take off in swarms to color the sky.

Just North of Downtown Reno, more than 120,000 spectators will gather over the three-day period to watch a show that gets bigger and better year after year. The Great Reno Balloon Races have even been awarded the “Best Special Event in Reno” and “Best Special Event in Northern Nevada,” and the event continues to live up to the hype time and time again.

We hope to see you all out enjoying the hot air balloon show this year, and if you’re ever curious about any of the Reno neighborhoods, give us a call. With our help, you may be able to enjoy the show without leaving your backyard next year!

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