Tours and Special Events   

Come and enjoy an afternoon of familiar, live piano music, as we celebrate fall with John Nasir, better known as The Piano Man, who will entertain us with exciting, tuneful selections ranging from the classics, to ragtime, to Broadway, and pops.

Come as we tour Tandem Chocolates in Reno and enjoy learning about all things chocolate. We will hear about the history and origins as well as experience a chocolatier's demonstration of how these exquisite confections are created. Guests will have the opportunity to create their own delicacies under the guidance of a Master Chocolatier. The $10 per-person fee covers all materials including samples and edibles to cleanse the palate during tastings. Be aware there may be prolonged standing so comfortable shoes are a must.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED by September 20. Click here for pre-registration instructions. Limit of 10 members each tour, a drawing will be held to determine attendance.

Come as we tour Tandem Chocolates in Reno and enjoy learning about all things chocolate. We will hear about the history and origins as well as experience a chocolatier's demonstration of how these exquisite confections are created. Guests will have the opportunity to create their own delicacies under the guidance of a Master Chocolatier. The $10 per-person fee covers all materials including samples and edibles to cleanse the palate during tastings. Be aware there may be prolonged standing so comfortable shoes are a must.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED by September 20. Click here for pre-registration instructions. Limit of 10 members each tour, a drawing will be held to determine attendance.

What’s a Woodchuck and what do they really do (it’s not all about chucking wood…)

Welcome to our own Nevada Woodchucks where art in wood comes to life. The non-profit organization is dedicated to teaching safe basic fundamental woodworking skills like carving, lathe work, scroll saw, digital creations (CNC laser and router) and small furniture making through Significant Interest Groups (SIGs). Wooden toys and other artistic wooden items are created. The two main focuses are:

1. offering programs and learning opportunities for our community, and
2. supporting the community by donating hundreds of these artistically created wooden toys to underprivileged children in Washoe County through local charities during the holidays.

We have been invited to visit their facility, observe how they create, and learn more about their goals. Come join us for an informative and fun tour.

Location: 405 Western Road #36, Reno, NV

Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Time: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED by October 6. Click here for pre-registration instructions. Limit of 20 members each tour, a drawing will be held to determine attendance.

Laura Jackson, music director of the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra, will give us an exciting preview of the Phil's 2023-2024 season, as well as the other special community events they are planning for this year. As always, we expect her to bring a musical guest or two to complete the afternoon.

Join OLLI for an overnight excursion to Ely, Nevada, for the Northern Nevada Railway tour. This will be a drive-yourself, overnight tour and includes a train ride on a steam locomotive, tour of the maintenance shop, museum privileges, and a catered prime rib buffet dinner at the Cellblock Steakhouse on Friday night. Lodging at the Jailhouse Casino has been reserved and will be paid on your own. We have 10 rooms reserved and we strongly encourage folks to share rooms if possible. There will be an annular eclipse on the morning of October 14, which we will be able to view from the railroad museum.

PRE-REGISTRATION AND PRE-PAYMENT REQUIRED: UPDATE August 19, 2023: The tour is full, but please call Ron at 775-685-6139 or JoEllen at 760-920-2856 if you want to be added to the waitlist. Cost of $69 per person covers museum admission and Friday dinner.

Come and join other OLLI members in creating a candle wreath for your holiday celebration! Each participant will be provided with a work mat, a pre-cut circular pattern for the base, pinecones and acorns, plus other natural materials (all provided by the instructor). This workshop is limited to 12 OLLI members.

SUPPLIES PROVIDED: There will be an individual workstation for each participant. All the natural materials and a pre-cut wreath pattern will be provided. The instructor will provide several examples of completed wreaths. Click Here for Pre-registration Instructions.

PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING: 

• Your own glue gun with 4-6 glue sticks 
• Long extension cord (6–10 feet in length) 
• Optional: other decorative items, such as ribbon, artificial flowers, etc. to complete the project, if time allows

ASSISTANCE: The instructor(s) will demonstrate various ways in which to adhere pinecones, etc. onto the wreath and will assist participants throughout the workshop.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED by Thursday, October 5th.  Limit 12 members.  A lottery will be held to fill available slots if demand exceeds availability.  

OLLI Fall Craft Fair: Friday, November 3 from 11:30 am to 3 pm. Buy/view crafts hand-made by OLLI members. Get your holiday shopping done early! 

For Exhibitors: OLLI Crafters! Sell or just show off your hand-made wares at our Fall Craft Fair on Friday, November 3 from 11:30 am to 3 pm at our Moana campus. Exhibitors must be present for the entire time. If selling items, exhibitors are responsible for sales tax on items sold. Tables are limited and will be assigned in order of pre-registration entry. If you have any questions, please contact Sina Ward by email at sinaw@unr.edu.  

REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR EXHIBITORS ONLY by Sunday, October 1: Click Here for Registration Instructions. To participate as an exhibitor, you must be an OLLI member. 

 

Calling OLLI bakers!  Join the Events Committee in providing and packaging homemade holiday cookies or candies for door prizes at our hOLLIday Open House. Please bring AT LEAST four dozen homemade cookies or candies to the exchange and arrive at Moana by 12:30 p.m. Any extra cookies will be divided among the participants and can be taken home with you. Please be on time as we be will boxing and wrapping the cookies.

COOKIE EXCHANGE: Friday, December 15 at 12:30 p.m.

 

 

It is the holiday season - time for a hOLLIday Open House!  Watch for details in the OLLI Weekly.

SAVE THE DATE: Friday, December 15 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.