Harmony Park - Brewery Arts Center - Carson City

I saw something this winter on the Brewery Arts Center's Instagram feed about a music garden and couldn't wait for the snow to melt so we could go check it out. This small garden really packs a punch and is well worth a visit, or two! 

Tips for Kids & Concerts and the Reno Philharmonic's Family Events

Last week we thoroughly enjoyed a trip up to Reno to attend the Reno Philharmonic's presentation of Gershwin's Magic Key. Not only was the concert itself free, but they had quite a few fun crafts and activities for the kids to do before the show. They also sent each kid home with a complimentary toy xylophone (which made for a *delightful* drive back down to Carson City).

Today I'll be sharing some tips for taking your kids to a more formal concert, as well as sharing information about what is involved in one of the Reno Phil's Family Events. 

Children and the Arts; An expert's perspective

I have something a little different than usual for you all today, and I’m so excited to share it with you!

Last month we decided to head up to Reno to take the kids to the Reno Pops Orchestra’s Superhero Concert. It was advertised as being very kid friendly and, as it was right before Halloween, they were even having a costume parade as part of the evening. The best part? It was going to be completely free! We haven’t been to a musical event like this for several years and couldn’t wait to take our kids to some fine art in a beautiful concert hall.

We had a marvelous time, and even the littlest of our kids enjoyed it. I thought that there might be other parents out there who would like to do things like this with their kids but find it to be a daunting prospect. So, I sought an expert’s point of view on the subject and you get to enjoy the results along with me.

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