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January 2026
January 17 • Among the Sage & Sky Exhibition Reception • Annex Gallery
Among the Sage & Sky by Kendel Leslie Exhibition Dates: Jan 2 - 24, 2026 Reception Date: Saturday, January 17th 1-3:30 PM Reno-based mixed media artist Kendel Leslie of Lupine Raven Artworks presents a collection inspired by Northern Nevada’s high desert and the wildlife that inhabits it. Working across digital art, painting, and printmaking, Leslie uses rich color, pattern, and playful detail to capture the magic of desert landscapes and creatures, inviting viewers to reflect on the beauty and importance…
Find out more »January 17 • Selections from the Sierra Arts Collection Exhibition Reception • Depot Gallery & Bookstore
Selections from the Sierra Arts Collection To open 2026, the Depot Gallery & Bookstore presents an exhibition of notable works from our private collection. These works represent our ongoing community collecting efforts, spanning many years and unique personalities. Through this exhibition, we aim to share the rich history of the Sierra Arts Foundation as well as to look forward to the future of art in our community. Exhibition Dates: January 10 – February, 14 2026 Reception Date: Saturday, January 17th…
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Jan 27 • Becoming a Teaching Artist PD Workshop
Sierra Arts Professional Development Series for Artists Becoming a Teaching Artist • Introductory Workshop for Artists Tuesday, January 27th • 6:00pm Ready to share your talent and make an impact? Join us for this free workshop and discover how easy it is to become a teaching artist. The application process is simple, the opportunities are exciting, and it’s a fantastic way to connect with your community, grow your creative career, and earn income doing what you love. Registration is FREE…
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Feb 1 • Sierra Arts Literary Community Meeting
Community of Writers, Poets, Illustrators, Readers, and Literary Enthusiasts. Join us on Sunday, February 1st for the Sierra Arts Literary Community Topic: Making the Best of Residencies and Retreats The Sierra Arts Literary Community’s February meeting will feature a panel discussion, Making the Best of Residencies and Retreats, with experienced writers and organizers exploring how these opportunities can support and accelerate your creative work. Whether you are beginning a new project or polishing an existing draft, residencies and retreats can provide…
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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…
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Mar 7 • Making Sense of Revision Workshop by Suzanne Morgan Williams
Making Sense of Revision Workshop by Suzanne Morgan Williams Saturday Mornings - March 7, 14, 21, 2026 10:00am to 12:00pm Sierra Arts Academy Training Studio - 1995 Dickerson Rd, Reno Registration Fee: $85 SAF Membership Registration Discount: $75 Registration Link: Making Sense of Revision The first session, The Big Picture, focuses on helping writers identify why they wrote their work and what they want readers to take away from it. This clarified intention becomes the guiding principle for the entire…
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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…
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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 »Mar 28 • Artist Reception | Rainey, Andrews, Foldvary-Anderson
Artist Reception Sierra Arts Riverside & Annex Galleries March 28, 2026 | 1:00-3:30 Exhibiting Artist: Braighlee Rainey | Stronger Together - The series is a whole hearted celebration of women. It takes the images, the stories, the essence of 10 women and not only allows each one to speak individually on her own canvas as an archetype and symbol, but also allows them to speak together as a whole. These large scale paintings are all life sized portraits of women in…
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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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