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February 2026
Feb 26 • Candlelit Sessions
The Candlelit Sessions • Thursday, Feb 26th, 2025 Candlelit Sessions: Featuring Eric Henry AndersenExperience live music in its most intimate form at the next Candlelit Sessions, hosted at the Sierra Arts Riverside Gallery on Saturday, December 13th from 8–10 PM. This limited-seating event features Eric Henry Anderson in a cozy, candlelit setting surrounded by curated gallery art. With a living room concert feel and a touch of class, Candlelit Sessions offers a unique night of music, atmosphere, and artistic inspiration.…
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Mar 1 • Sierra Arts Literary Community Meeting
Community of Writers, Poets, Illustrators, Readers, and Literary Enthusiasts. Join us on Sunday, March 1st for the Sierra Arts Literary Community Topic: Traditional or Independent Publishing Guest host and moderator: Jade Griffin The Sierra Arts Literary Community’s March meeting will feature a panel discussion, Traditional or Independent Publishing. The panelists delve into the current and sometimes mysterious realm of publication, offering insight and real moments encountered on their personal publishing quest. Both roads will be explored to light the path forward…
Find out more »Mar 8 • Book Launch – Suzanne Morgan Williams
BOOK LAUNCH Sunday, March 8 • 1:30–3:30 PM Sierra Arts Foundation Gallery 17 S. Virginia St., Suite 120 • Reno, Nevada Seeing Daylight by Suzanne Morgan Williams Join us for a special Sunday afternoon book launch celebrating Seeing Daylight, the newest novel by Reno author Suzanne Morgan Williams. This compelling young adult novel follows a veteran living with PTSD and a service dog trainer, told from both of their perspectives. Through the dog that connects their lives, Seeing Daylight explores…
Find out more »March 21 • Artists Supply Garage Sale
Artist's Supply Garage Sale • Saturday, March 21st, 202610:00am–3:00pm 1995 Dickerson Rd Calling artists AND art lovers! We’ve cleaned out our studios, bundled up supplies, invited fellow creatives, and are hosting our annual Artist’s Supply Garage Sale — and artist registration is still OPEN! FOR ARTISTS WANTING TO VEND:This is your chance to declutter your studio, pass along usable supplies, and make some extra cash selling directly to the community. Artist Registration Options:• Bring your own 6’ table — $25•…
Find out more »Mar 22 • Book Launch – Jade Griffin
BOOK LAUNCH Sunday, March 22 • 1:00–3:00 Sierra Arts Foundation Gallery 17 S. Virginia St., Suite 120 • Reno, Nevada Touch of Paisley-1 by Jade Griffin Join us for a special Sunday afternoon book launch celebrating Touch of Paisley-1, the newest novel by local author Jade Griffin. Journey into the lives of the men and women of the Paisley Foundation - an organization devoted to guarding and deciphering mythos mysteries and beings of all types. Situated amid bustling 1900s Chicago,…
Find out more »March 26 • Brush & Brews Throwdown
UPDATE: Brush & Brews Throwdown – March 26th Postponed Due to insufficient artist sign-ups and ticket sales, we have made the difficult decision to postpone the March 26th Brush & Brews Throwdown. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your support. All ticket purchasers will be issued a full refund. We are committed to bringing this event back and will announce a new date once confirmed — stay tuned for updates! – The Sierra Arts Team Questions regarding this…
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Apr 12 • Sierra Arts Literary Community Meeting
Community of Writers, Poets, Illustrators, Readers, and Literary Enthusiasts. Join us on Sunday, April 12th for the Sierra Arts Literary Community Topic: In Depth Publishing Guest host: Danielle Kathleen This deep-dive session demystifies the publishing industry through both craft and data. We’ll analyze the real odds of publication, review current market trends, and examine how changes in the literary ecosystem are reshaping opportunity. We will also unpack the Why Factor, the narrative core that compels readers and agents alike, and provide…
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May 3 • Sierra Arts Literary Community Meeting
Community of Writers, Poets, Illustrators, Readers, and Literary Enthusiasts. Join us on Sunday, May 3rd for the Sierra Arts Literary Community Topic: Ice Cream Social & Networking Guest host: Marie Navarro Come for the conversation, stay for the community... and ice cream! Attendees are encouraged to come prepared to share their very favorite book, It can be a book of fiction, nonfiction, or poetry. Everyone will have 1-2 minutes to tell the group why their book is so meaningful and special…
Find out more »May 14 • Book Launch – Kayla Anderson
BOOK LAUNCH EVENT Thursday, May 14 • 6:00–7:30 PM Sierra Arts Depot Gallery & Bookstore 813 Victorian Ave • Sparks, Nevada Best of California State Parks - Top 50 Parks in the Golden State by Kayla Anderson Join us for a special Thursday evening book launch celebrating the release of Best of California State Parks and author Kayla Anderson. Best of California State Parks reveals fun roundups of the best parks for wildlife, history, family travel, and more, plus detailed…
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June 6 • Sierra Arts Book Fest
Sierra Arts Book Fest '26 Saturday, June 6th | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Victorian Avenue, Downtown Sparks (next to the Depot Gallery & Bookstore) FREE & Open to the Public | Family-Friendly Join us for the 2nd Annual Sierra Arts Book Fest, a celebration of northern Nevada’s vibrant literary scene! Meet over two dozen local authors, poets, and illustrators representing a wide range of genres - from children’s stories and regional nonfiction to romance and psychological thrillers. Event Highlights: Local…
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