Since forming The Pretenders three decades ago, Chrissie Hynde has proven to be a one-of-a-kind tough-minded, outspoken and an utterly uncompromising artist - yet also capable of moments of heart wrenching tenderness.
Emmy Winner Wanda Sykes coming to Silver Legacy
Outspoken comedian in town March 28

Wanda Sykes has been called "one of the funniest stand up comics" by her peers and ranks among Entertainment Weekly's 25 Funniest People in America. Come see her smart-witted stand up performance on March 28 at 8 p.m. in the Grande Exposition Hall at Silver Legacy Resort Casino.
Hip hop festival features 12 performances
Show will last five hours, feature artists, dancers, vendors and more

Speak Your Mind, the biggest hip hop festival in Nevada's history will be held April 4, 2009. 1 night, 1 stage, a fiver-hour show, 12 live performances, three live artists, break dancers, a vendor village and more are on the bill.
Brew HaHa back at the Nugget Jan. 24
Sierra Arts benefit will showcase more than 80 brews

Indulging in sudsy brewed beverages and dancing the night away to benefit local arts may sound like a joke to some, yet the only sound of laughter will be in saying the name. Jan. 24, 2009 welcomes the return of Sierra Arts’ 14th annual Brew HaHa to John Ascuaga’s Nugget. From 8 p.m.
Mavis Staples comes to the Nugget for one night
Soul and gospel singer in town Jan. 17

Soul and gospel legend Mavis Staples possesses one of the most recognizable and treasured voices in contemporary music. See Staples on Saturday, Jan. 17, in the Celebrity Showroom at John Ascuaga's Nugget.
Kevin Costner & Modern West perform Jan. 17
Actor/director and his band will play at the Silver Legacy

Though best known for his acting career, Kevin Costner is no stranger to the art of making music and songwriting. Come see him perform on Jan. 17 at 8 p.m. in the Grande Exposition Hall at Silver Legacy Resort Casino.
Martin Short brings comedy show to Silver Legacy
Actor, funnyman takes the stage Jan. 31

Come see the comedian Martin Short when he appears at to Silver Legacy Resort Casino on Jan. 31 at 8 p.m. in the Grande Exposition Hall.
George Jones brings hits back to Silver Legacy
Country crooner plays Jan. 16

Whether the times have favored honky tonk or lushly produced “pop” offerings, George Jones has continued to make his brand of country music, which has produced hits in every decade of the second half of the 20th century. Come see him perform on Jan. 16 at 8 p.m.
Aura Ultra Lounge hosts '80s Dance Party
Aura Ultra Lounge at Silver Legacy Resort Casino has a brand new promotion that is sure to get you on your feet. “Weekend Wednesdays” begin at 8 p.m. and feature drink specials, raffle prizes, dancing and a live DJ.
Imperial Bar and Lounge: At long last, what downtown Reno really needs
Reno Scenester checks out lounge and finds fab food and terrific atmosphere

Imperial Bar and Lounge opened in March 2007 and draws a never-ending crowd inside its interestingly large doors. Best thing: Fabulous, give-me-more-right-now food is served daily, beginning at 11 a.m., so you can partake in this amazing food until 10 p.m. Even after 10 p.m.