After attending Burning Man for the first time, Cooper-Lazetich (aka Miss Cooper), told her husband that she wanted two things the following year: an RV and an art car. He had been to Burning Man seven times already and brushed off her enthusiasm as what seasoned Burners call “Second Year Syndrome” (when someone goes to Burning Man for the first time and leaves the playa with grandiose, seemingly impossible schemes for what they’re going to create next year). She was undeterred, and a short time later, the couple acquired a donated vehicle from a friend. The Golden Gate Dream would soon become reality.

The husband and wife team are a handsome couple, and their varied common interests reflect their creative compatibility. They work together, dj together, and build bridges together. Lazetich, or DJ Rhino, grew up in Reno and went to school at Oregon State and Kansas State, where he played football in college. It was in Kansas in the late ‘90’s that he immersed himself in the burgeoning underground electronica scene. Enamored with its culture and music, he learned how to dj.

His name, DJ Rhino, was a nickname given to him by his college buddies. Lazetich has narcolepsy, a condition that is marked by excessive, daytime sleepiness. When his friends would wake him up, they likened his gruff reaction to that of waking a sleeping rhino. The name stuck, and now it is both his dj and playa name.

The couple is as mobile in real life as they are on the Playa. Right now, they’re on tour. The mobile party is called The Bud Light Great American Summer No-Town Tour.

“No-town,” says Cooper-Lazetich. “Where nobody tells you no.”

Many djs who they admire tour frequently, and they decided that it was time to hit the road with their music. The joke is that besides playing at the Big Bounce music festival and Burning Man, they don’t leave Reno. Instead, they go to a different bar every month and throw a big party. The tour, which started in April and ends in November, is a quirky success.

“We go to random bars, we set up for one night only and we take over the bar with a monster sound system, Go-Go girls, disco balls and a full merchandise table,” exudes Lazetich. “We turn it into a club for one night only.” The entrepreneurial team contacted Budweiser, who loved the idea and quickly signed on as their sponsor.

The couple, in addition to their sizeable contribution to Reno’s music scene, works to promote awareness and revenue for local social causes. Lazetich is the cofounder of Battle of the Rattle, a race up Rattlesnake Mountain that benefits the Nevada Diabetes Association for Children and Adults. The annual event has raised nearly $100,000 for the nonprofit organization. This year’s upcoming race will take place on Sept. 25, and the funds will help send children with juvenile diabetes to camp in Lake Tahoe.

Whether it’s planning races, dj tours or the next, ambitious addition to the Golden Gate Dream, DJ Rhino and Miss Cooper are creating a sensation wherever they go. Although they don’t have a theme camp at Burning Man, their mobile bridge is easy to spot. You can enjoy their music on the Playa during a special appearance on Wednesday night at Reno on Fire presented by (BRC) Roots Society (look for the biggest white dome on the playa). You can also enjoy the pulsating, rhythmic beat of their music on their mutant vehicle- just look for the arching lights of the Golden Gate Dream. Hop on quick and pay the toll, because the bridge doesn’t stay put for long.

“The bridge,” Lazetich says, “Goes everywhere!”

Text by Nicole Seaton
Photos by David Calvert

The first 20 people to put their name on the guest list are in and will avoid the $15 cover at the door.  Please click HERE to sign up for the free guest list spot.

Reno Passport and The Beach are proud to present Hydration, a music and art event that will take place at 9pm on Friday, Aug. 27, 2010 at The Beach at Grand Sierra Resort. Hydration is intended to be a staging area and meeting place for those heading out to the playa in 2010. This year, Hydration will feature five local vendor booths showcasing local artisans, fashion designers, Reno Houseseats and more.  Music by Bay Area icon Smoove plus Jonboy, The Mener and EJ Luera.  Click HERE for online ticketing.  To book a room at Grand Sierra Resort click HERE.

Vendors include:

Juxtapose Clothing Designs

Reno Houseseats.com

Mark Garbarini – Illuminated Jewelry

Java (glass blowing) and

Reno Passport Magazine Booth.

Check out the burning man issue featuring local Reno scene builder ‘The Rhino.’

http://rockstarlibrarian.com/

Download and print the PDF and enjoy all the great music on the playa this year.

Friday, August 27, 2010 (Doors open at 930pm)

The Beach at The Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, NV

Reno Passport and The Beach are proud to present Hydration, a music and art event that will take place at 9pm on Friday, Aug. 27, 2010 at The Beach at Grand Sierra Resort. Hydration is intended to be a staging area and meeting place for those heading out to the playa in 2010. This year, Hydration will feature five local vendor booths showcasing local artisans, fashion designers, Reno Houseseats and more.  Music by Bay Area icon Smoove plus Jonboy, The Mener and EJ Luera.  Click HERE for online ticketing.  To book a room at Grand Sierra Resort click HERE.

Smoove (NewsBreakz)

San Francisco scene builder Smoove emerged out of the 90’s drum ‘n bass scene in S.F. and quickly became a fixture of the underground Breakz circuit in 2001. These days, his signature mix of nu skool breakz, funk and electronic dance music can be heard every weekend all over San Francisco’s night life, from underground warehouse parties to his residencies at The End Up, 1015 and Mighty.

Jonboy (Dubalicious/Swag)

San Francisco-based Jonboy will perform at Hydration with a mix of Electro, Techno, House and Breaks. Since his early high school years at Chicago’s legendary Medusa’s nightclub, Jonboy has embraced all elemental sounds of electronic music. After moving to S.F., he has been exposed to the funky overtones of West Coast house that continue to shape his music today.

The Mener

The Mener is a Reno-based electronic dance music DJ who brings a mix of electronic house music with an occasional break beat and reggae track to keep the crowd hooked. The Mener performs at electronic dance music events throughout the region.

EJ Luera

Based out of Reno, EJ Luera is a DJ who has performed on just about every stage in town. EJ plays a variety of music, ranging from Hip Hop, Electronic Dance Music, House and Indie Rock.

Costumes and playa attire are strongly encouraged at Hydration. Presale tickets are available for $10 in Sparks at Prism Magic and in Reno at The Melting Pot World Emporium and Recycled Records. Tickets will be $15 at the door. For more event details, visit www.renopassport.com or download the Reno Passport iPhone events application.  The Beach is located at 2500 E. Second Street in Reno, NV, 775-789-2000. See attached images for promotional purposes.  Electronic flyer is also attached.

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Online Resources

Link to Hydration Event on Facebook

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/event.php?eid=142068729153216&ref=ts

Smoove on Facebook

http://www.facebook.com/pages/San-Francisco-CA/DJ-Smoove/7786712515?ref=ts

Jonboy on Facebook

http://www.facebook.com/pages/San-Francisco-CA/DJ-Smoove/7786712515?ref=ts#!/pages/Jonboy/74653371109?ref=ts

The Beach on Facebook

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/TheBeachReno?ref=ts

Reno Passport Magazine on Facebook

http://www.facebook.com/RenoPassport?ref=ts

Welcome to the 8th incarnation of Opulent Temple. We have a new address this year at 2:00 & Baghdad. We create the space for sacred dance to world class music. We continue to output the intense effort it takes to do OT because we believe in the beauty and power of shared community in music and dance. Dance is the expression of the soul through movement. We invite you to express your soul amongst others bathed in big beats and fire light. We’re not all about the party. We hope you touch the part of you that inspires action and evolution in your life and sphere of influence. We aspire to open hearts and clear minds supported and surrounded by friendly freaks.

We hope you know camps like ours are entirely supported by the community and the camp members. We could use your help if you want to pitch in by donating. Every dollar counts (and we’ll send you live recordings from past years as a thank you.)

We also invite you to read some background on 2010 the line up if you want to learn more about how it comes together.

See you on the dancefloor !

Monday Night Welcome to Opulent City
08:45	Opening Ceremony
09:00	Brian Peek
09:45	Nick McAlister
10:30	Dulce Vita
11:15	Atimatik
12:00	Syd Gris
12:45	Dex Stakker
01:30	Dutch
02:45	Jeff Taisch
03:30	Cosmic Selector
(04:15)
Tuesday Night Bassopolis
08:00	DJ U Love
08:45	Michael Anthony
09:45	Derek Hena
10:30	Motion Potion
11:30	JonH of the Fort Knox 5 (dj set)
12:45	Myagi
01:45	Aphrodite
03:00	Cosmic Selector
03:45	Jeff Taisch
04:30	Billy Casazza
05:45	Billy Seal
07:00	Montsde
(08:00)
Wednesday Night ~Sacred Dance~ (Our Annual White Party – White Attire requested)
07:45	SEVA
08:45	Mike Butler
09:45	Distraction
10:45	Seb Fontaine
12:00	The Scumfrog
01:15	Donald Glaude
02:30	Drew Drop
03:45	Billy Casazza
05:00	Ghost Wolf
06:00	Jonboy
07:00	Brett Rubin
(08:00)
Thursday Night Groove Foundation
08:00	Whiskey Devil
09:15	Ben Seagren
10:15	Dex Stakker
11:00	J’Sin
12:00	Nick Thayer
01:00	Ali B
02:15	Dulce Vita
03:15	Kramer & Tamo
04:15	ICON
05:15	Jamie Lin
06:15	DJ Hil
07:15	Wolfie
(8:15)
Friday Night Urban Utopia
08:00	Sean Infinitee
08:45	Nick McAllister
09:30	Brian Williams
10:30	Billy Seal
11:45	Dj Dan
01:00	Syd Gris
02:30	Bunny of Rabbit in the Moon (dj set)
03:30	Dutch
04:45	Hoj
05:45	J’Sin
06:45	Reda
07:30	Treavor Moontribe
(08:30)
Saturday Night Burn this Metropolis
10:30	Brian Peek
11:45	Dylan Rhymes
01:00	Elite Force
02:15	Dex Stakker
03:15	Tek Freaks
04:30	Atimatik
05:30	Dulce Vita
06:15	Drew Drop
(08:15)

Visuals by Stop Time & Eye Vapor

The band has recently released a new album entitled “Dream Killer,” which is inspired by the theme that we can sometimes be our own worst enemies by preventing our dreams and aspirations from becoming reality. The album is filled with songs that will take you on a soulful journey of popfunky tracks that are played by two of Reno’s most talented local music veterans: her father, Scott Myer, who plays guitar; and her uncle, Fred Myer, who plays the drums. Both her father and uncle previously toured with national bands No Doubt and Sublime. Vocals, of course, are belted by Whitney, a dynamic 23 year old whose colossal stage presence and vocal virility are somewhat surprising for her small size.

On Aug. 26th at 7pm, The Whitney Myer Band will be releasing their new album “Dream Killer” at the Knitting Factory with special guests Sturdy Beggars and The Charm of Hugo. The Whitney Myer Band will be donating half of their merchandise sales and all proceeds from ticket sales to the Northern Nevada International Center, a local non-profit organization that builds bridges of international awareness and understanding to promote the equality of all peoples.

Tickets can be picked up from the following locations: Java Jungle, The Melting Pot, Discology, Recycled Records, The Reno Bike Project, The Great Basin Brewery and Chapel Tavern. Tickets will also be at the door for $6 the night of the show.

Find and friend Whitney Myer on Facebook, and be sure to check them out on their MySpace page (http://www.myspace.com/thewhitneymyerband).

RP Tip: Visit iTunes or CDbaby for a sneak peak of tracks from the new album.

Date: Saturday, Aug 21st
Time: 7:00pm – ???
Location: 100 N. Arlington
…Dancing, Music, Henna, AcroYoga, BellyDance, FUN FUN FUN!!
As many of you know, along with being known for our unique classes and amazing teacher, the Yogic Lounge is also famous for our EPIC parties!! So of course we are going to celebrate our way out of one space and into another. Come help us say goodbye the our current location of two and a half years and get energized for our beautiful new space.

There will be good music, laughter, dancing, entertainment & snacks (if you’re lucky We will have AcroYoga performances by your favorite AcroYogis and BellyDance by the beautiful Allison. @Karla Friscia will be doing Henna! As always there will be drink specials next door at Se7en Teahouse & Bar and tons of fun to be had!!
Raffle tickets will be sold to raise money for the big move. We will be raffling off all kinds of cool yoga schwag!

This post was submitted by the Yogic Lounge.

Strega Bar​
310 S. Arlington Avenue
Reno, NV
775-348-9911

College Break-Out Party!

21+

Nevada farmers come to market in August. The social impact of farmers’ markets is greater than most understand because there is no agenda and no shopping list. People see old friends and make new friends at markets. Shopping at a farmers’ market is a different type of shopping because it’s a social atmosphere. Even in this economy, people come to farmers’ markets.

Here’s a list by day of nearly every farmers’ market that operates in the area.

TUESDAYS

Reno: Shoppers Square (corner of Plumb Lane and South Virginia Street) from 8am-1pm (June 8 – Oct. 5). Good senior markets. Senior nutrition program. $30 booklets to low-income seniors who qualify. Hispanic. Details: 746-5024, crystlbrdg@hotmail.com.

Sparks: United Methodist Church (1231 Pyramid Way) from 8am-1pm (June 1 – Sept. 14).

WEDNESDAYS
Reno: Somersett Towne Square (7650 Town Square Way) from 4-8pm (June 16 – Aug. 25). This fun, family-friendly market has easy parking, about 30 rotating vendors (most of which are local), face painting for kids, and live entertainment from 5-8pm.

Carson City: Pony Express Pavilion (Located in Mills Park at 1111 East William Street) from 3-7pm (June 9 – Aug. 25).

THURSDAYS
Sparks: Sparks Hometown Farmers’ Market (Victorian Avenue) from 4-9pm (June 10 – Aug. 19 except on Aug. 5 because of Hot August Nights). In addition to fruits and vegetables, enjoy ready-to-eat foods, drinks, arts and crafts, a fun zone for kids, music performances and karaoke.

Virginia City: Miners Park (next to the Senior Center) from 3-6pm (June 10 – Oct. 10). Details: Jeannie Gribbin, 847-9533.

FRIDAYS
Reno: Tamarack Junction Casino (13101 S. Virginia St.) from 8am-1pm (June 11 – Oct. 8). Neighborhood market that is big enough but not too big.

SATURDAYS
Reno: California Avenue Market (Reno Village Shopping Center at California Avenue and Booth Street) from 8am-1pm (June 5 – Oct. 2).

Reno: Sierra Summit Shopping Mall (corner of South Virginia Street and Mt. Rose Highway) from 9am-1pm (June 12 – Sept. 11).

Carson City: Saturday Morning Farmers’ Market (in the Third and Curry streets parking lot) from 9am-1pm (June 19 – Sept.18).

SUNDAYS
Reno: West Street Market (downtown Reno on West Street between First and Second streets) from 9am-1pm (June 27 – Sept. 18). Details: 334-2077.

Reno: The Grove at South Creek (95 Foothill Road at South Virginia Street) from 9am-1pm (June 6 – Sept. 5). Beignets, mimosas, music, and kids’ activities.

RP Tip: For a more comprehensive list that includes markets in northern Nevada and California, please visit Edible Reno-Tahoe Magazine online at EdibleRenoTahoe.com and click on the 2010 FARMERS’ MARKET SCHEDULE link under the Resources tab.

When 15-year-old baseball player Cole Ferren picks up a Kelley baseball glove, he notices the dense and soft feel of the leather and how it forms nicely to his hand.
Ferren is comfortable with the feel, and that’s why he’s purchased Kelley Athletic Co. gloves for three years.

“It breaks in really quickly, and it stays in the shape you want for a really long time,” said Ferren, who has two infielder’s gloves and a first baseman’s glove from Kelley. “I’ve had mine for two or three years, and it’s still in the same shape since I bought it.”

That’s just one description from one of Stew Colton’s customers. Colton, a former baseball coach at Reno High and the University of Nevada, opened up the 1,400-square-foot Kelley store in Reno three years ago. He started as a sales rep in 1997 for Kelley and has been providing local youth and adults with baseball and softball gear ranging from bats and gloves to uniforms.

“It’s everything you would need for baseball or softball,” Colton said. “Bats, gloves, batting gloves, catcher’s gear, travel bags, belts, socks, helmets, you name it. That’s kind of the niche were in for kids of all ages in little league and up to college.”

In addition, the store also has an indoor batting cage with full instruction, which is a nice resource for practice when the unpredictable northern Nevada weather strikes. The facility has three pitching machines, fitted for both baseball and softball, costing $35 for half an hour and $45 for an hour. The facility also offers instruction from former professionals Todd Coburn, Bob Ayrault, Juan Thomas, Brent Kordel and Dan Serafini. To train with those professionals costs $40 for a half-hour and $60 for an hour.

Kelley also has a program where customers can purchase its Infuego bat, then trade it in for a new bat for $100 within 12 months. Colton said some kids buy bats fit for Babe Ruth league, then trade it in within a year as they grow and get stronger or switch to a different league. With bats costing upwards of $350, the savings can be monumental. Colton said no other bat retailer has a trade-in program.

Colton also sponsors the Kelley Showcase, an all-star baseball game for senior high school baseball players in northern and southern Nevada. The event is in its 13th year and gathers college and pro scouts to view the local talent in the area. If not for this, some kids might not get any recognition.

“I thought if I kept putting on the showcase, it would become more known and more known and help some kids out,” said Colton, who provides all equipment for the players.

Text by Scott Oxarart
Photos by David Calvert

FreQ Nasty, since first playing here in February 2008 with Bassnectar, has consistently drawn record crowds to be a top performer in the area.  Super heavy-basslines, exclusive tracks, infectious stage presence and a genre-blurring setlist has cemented him as a Reno favorite.  Everyone now knows when FreQ Nasty comes to town, the room will be packed and the sound all-encompassing.

An-Ten-Nae aka Adam Ohana, is a SF-based producer responsible for some of the most historic events in the Bay Area.  Making 103 Harriet (aka 1015 Folsom) his home, he’s been absolutely irreplaceable in showcasing talent from around the world to the rabid San Francisco audiophiles.  His productions appearing on his self-curated “Acid Crunk” compilations on Muti Music have seen record sales to DJs and casual listeners alike.  Blurring the line between dubby midtempo, dubstep and crunk, an-ten-nae’s first play in Reno in over one year is highly anticipated.

The most infamous DJ to come out of Jackson Hole, WY, Cut La Whut? will be dropping some incredible midtempo, hip hop, soul and breaks to Reno’s ears.  Recently joining Canadian label Homebreakin’ Records, Cut has been featured at the Shambhala and Big Bounce Music Festivals two years running.

Music at WüRK starts at 10pm with Coop da Loop and RandV supporting. Wishing Kristi Hall a very happy birthday on this day as well.  Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at door.  Tickets are available at The Melting Pot World Emporium, WüRK and www.initcketing.com.  21+.

Mark Sexton’s passion for the sound and dedication of soul singers from past and present is evident in “Listen Out,” the sophomore album that raises the bar from the group’s last work on “Multiformity.” The songwriting, harmony and foundation all have seemed to fall right into place with this latest release. The band’s latest musical creation urges their audience to stop hearing music and to start listening to music.

Because of the live studio recording done in Seattle, Wash., this album is as alive with passion and feeling as it should be. The construction of this performance has been two years in the making and has been well worth it. The patience put forth into this album collectively by the band is completely audible, and you can hear the work of art within this album.

The Mark Sexton Band has led the way in further innovating the sounds of soul and reggae since 2006. The depth and body of the group’s work stems from their deep understanding of music and the message that it bears. The Mark Sexton Band flexes a significant message in their music: pure emotion and love. This group takes pride in the production of their sound, leaving no room for artificial feeling or contrived songwriting.

It’s clear The Mark Sexton Band doesn’t think twice when it comes to writing from the heart. Ignoring short-lived musical trends, the sounds from this group move on to see something more meaningful. Three full tours across the entire west coast speak volumes about the band’s musicianship and dedication to spreading their music and message. The success from their travels let the music speak for itself to all who witnessed their performances. Seeing albums find new homes at every show has pushed this dynamic group to new heights.

With the band’s potential hardly even tapped, this is truly a group you do not want to lose sight of. Listening to “Listen Out” will show you why. You can catch their CD release show at The Nugget Celebrity Showroom on Thur., Aug. 19 at 7pm. Find them online at http://marksextonband.com and http://myspace.com/marksextonreno.

Text by Stag Buckthorn
Band Photo by Alex Lemus

Opening is Blue Giant.

Club Underground
555 East Fourth Street Reno

Reno, NV

Tickets are $12; 21+ only

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Se7en on West
100 North Arlington Avenue, Reno, NV 89501-1204
(775) 348-9526

http://www.seenatse7en.com/

http://maps.google.com/maps/place?hl=en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=se7en+on+west+reno+nv&fb=1&gl=us&hq=se7en&hnear=West+Reno,+Verdi-Mogul,+NV&cid=16689453223286938838

10pm
August 21, 2010

$5
21+

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Stay KOOL with TurboKOOL, a 12-volt battery or solar-powered (solar panel not included) evaporative cooling system (swamp cooler) for recreational vehicles like yours. Its quiet spin-spray cooling technology is the first successful, trouble-free and economical evaporative cooling system of its type for RVs.  TurboKOOL is ideally suited for the “Burning Man” experience.

Hot, dirty air becomes clean, cool air as the spin-spray action washes out dust, pollen and impurities. TurboKOOL reduces the indoor air temperature from 15 to 30 degrees.  This feature-packed roof-mounted unit fits all standard 14” x 14” RV roof vents and delivers up to 750 CFM of cool, clean air while only drawing 4.6 amps.

Weighing only 16 lbs. and measuring 35” x 22” x 11.5”, TurboKOOL is compact and easy to install by the “do-it-yourselfer” with our easy-to-follow instructions.

TurboKOOL is available directly from the manufacturer Bachman Enterprises, Inc. in Gardnerville, Nevada. 1-800-326-4410 or  www.TurboKOOL.com

If this sounds like your key to “Burning Man” comfort, call Ben Bachman at the number above, he will be glad to help you price and order a unit. There is still time to have a TurboKOOL installed on your space ship before your “Burning Man” adventure begins.

It’s not cool…. It’s TurboKOOL!

Text by Juliana Bledsoe
Photos by David Calvert
Possible breakout info: Chef Palacios recommends the antelope. “It’s the best tasting meat I’ve ever had.” Owner Rosselli recommends the duck confit, a classic French dish that’s hard to find in town.

Thursday  August  5, 2010 /  5:00 pm ­  7:00 pm

X Night at the NMA August 5, Features live music by Reno based, Mojo Green (Funk/Rock/Jam).  Join Reno Passport and the X for First Thursday dressed in your best burner duds for live music, drinks, food and
original art by artist Robert Bengtson! See his Memortree work here
<http://www.memortrees.com/Welcome.html> .There’s even a fashion show for
burner costumes!
Stop by the Reno Passport booth for grab free tickets to local shows in Reno.