SUBMITTED NEWS — The Great Reno Balloon Race is right around the corner. For the 32nd year, dozens of hot air balloons will take to the skies over Reno, launching from Rancho San Rafael Regional Park. Spectators can enjoy free admission, art shows, and kids’ activities all weekend long at the Wilbur D. May Museum.
The May Museum will operate with special hours on September 6, 7, and 8 with a variety of events. Visitors can check out the “Power of Plants” art show from the Sierra Watercolor Society and vote for a favorite. 32 years of official Great Reno Balloon Race posters are also on display in the gallery. Younger guests can test their finding skills with a scavenger hunt for a chance to win a prize. The museum will also offer special free activities for kids:
· Friday, September 6; 11 am – 1 pm: Make your own hot air balloon!
· Saturday, September 7; 11am & 1pm: Enjoy screenings of the Disney Pixar movie “UP” (Rated PG) and popcorn.
· Sunday, September 8; 11 am – 1pm: Paws 2 Read therapy dogs visit to promote literacy. Pick out a book, read it to a dog, and take the book home to keep.
Visitors of all ages will also get free admission to the museum collection, which features rare and exotic artifacts and animals collected during the world travels of Reno rancher, adventurer, and philanthropist Wilbur D. May.
What: Great Reno Balloon Race Open House
Where: Wilbur D. May Museum, Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
1595 N. Sierra Street, Reno
When: 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on Friday, September 6 and Saturday, September 7
7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 8
Cost: Free
Contact: (775) 785-5961 or www.maycenter.com
Located within Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, the Wilbur D. May Center is managed by the Washoe County Community Services Department and continues to receive generous support from the Wilbur May Foundation.
