🌱 Second Annual Senior Artists Exhibit + Annual Reno Women's Walk

Hello and happy Tuesday. I'm back in your inbox this spring morning with everything you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

A bit of a.m. snow, then rain. High: 47 Low: 28.

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Here are the top three stories today in Reno:

1. The waitlist for affordable permanent public housing has officially opened in Reno and will be closing on Apr. 14. The goal of the waitlist is to give low-income families the opportunity to find housing in Washoe County. County residents will receive preference as the local community receives priority assistance. You can submit an application by following the link here. The Reno Housing Authority continues to do what it can to assist those in need in the community. (2 News)
2. With the Second Annual Senior Artists Exhibit and Show right around the corner, the Senior Citizen Advisory Committee is looking for art entries from seniors over the age of 60 for this year's event. Entries will be accepted at the McKinley Arts & Culture Center Apr. 17-19 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and all artistic media will be considered from paintings and drawings to needlework and jewelry. The artwork will be on display from Apr. 25 to Jun. 2, Monday through Friday, with an artist reception on May 4. This exhibit will be a big feature for Older Americans Month, which takes place the month of May. (Press Release Desk)
3. This past Saturday in downtown Reno was the 7th Annual Reno Women's March with the 2023 theme of "Power of One." This year at the walk, three women from the community were honored — Amanda Davis, Evelyn Mount, and Mylan Hawkins. Participants of the march spanned across all ages. Those who had interest after the march were invited to the Downtown Reno Library where non-profit organizations shared more education and volunteer opportunities. (KRNV)

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Today in Reno:

• Reno City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board Special Meeting At City Hall (10:00 AM)
• Reno Access Advisory Committee Meeting At Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center(5:30 PM)
• Come From Away At Pioneer Center For Performing Arts (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• With the assistance of a grant from the Office of Traffic Safety, Reno police conducted a Pedestrian Safety Operation last week. They encourage motorists and pedestrians to share the roads and stay alert, as it is everyone's job to keep each other safe. (Reno Police Department via Facebook)
• Come down to Reno Little Theater on Apr. 14 and be inspired by "Small Mouth Sounds" by Bess Wohl. The show will start in Reno and make its way down to Carson City for three performances at Brewery Arts Center on May 5-7. (Reno Little Theater via Facebook)
• Tahoe-Pyramid Trail shared some images from last year on Apr. 3, featuring a beautiful hiking day with loved ones. Click the link to view the photos! (Tahoe-Pyramid Trail via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday! See you all tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.