Tours & Travel and Special Events   

Join us to see what changes have been made to the old Reno Gazette Journal (RGJ) building. The tour will be a guided exploration of the police department’s new state-of-the-art building. Each OLLI member will be required to have a form of identification to enter the tour/building. You will be given a visitor pass and be asked to sign in.

Tour Sign-up Required: Sign-ups will open on July 17 and close on July 23. Each tour is limited to 12 OLLI members. A lottery will be held to fill available slots if demand exceeds availability. You may register for ONE of the two time slots available. Tour date: July 31 at 10:00 a.m. OR at 12:00 p.m.

Please Note: Each OLLI member must sign up separately to be considered for joint attendance. Signing up for the tour does not guarantee participation. Confirmation details will be provided individually once the tour deadline has closed to let you know if you're on the tour or not.

Join us to see what changes have been made to the old Reno Gazette Journal (RGJ) building. The tour will be a guided exploration of the police department’s new state-of-the-art building. Each OLLI member will be required to have a form of identification to enter the tour/building. You will be given a visitor pass and be asked to sign in.

Tour Sign-up Required: Sign-ups will open on July 17 and close on July 23. Each tour is limited to 12 OLLI members. A lottery will be held to fill available slots if demand exceeds availability. You may register for ONE of the two time slots available. Tour date: July 31 at 10:00 a.m. OR at 12:00 p.m.

Please Note: Each OLLI member must sign up separately to be considered for joint attendance. Signing up for the tour does not guarantee participation. Confirmation details will be provided individually once the tour deadline has closed to let you know if you're on the tour or not.

 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED by Tuesday, August 18. Lunch, tea and cookies will be provided. Lunch, tea, and cookies will be provided. Participation is limited to 20 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. After the first 20 registrations are received, the Sign-Up / Waitlist option will appear and any additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist. You will be notified by email confirming whether you are registered for the class or have been placed on the waitlist. Click Here for Registration Instructions. Hosted by Circle of Life Community Hospice. 

Cancellation Courtesy: If you are unable to attend a program for which you registered, please review our Registered Program Cancellation Courtesy.

Curious about OLLI? Whether you're a prospective, new, returning, or longtime member, this event is for you! Join us for our Fall Member Orientation to learn what OLLI is all about—our history, programs, resources, and ways to get involved. Meet fellow members, explore opportunities, and see how OLLI can enrich your lifelong learning journey.

After the orientation, stay for our Mix & Mingle! Enjoy light refreshments, connect with fellow members, and kick off the season with great conversations.

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, September 4
• Orientation: 10 am to 11 am (Hybrid)
• Mix & Mingle: 11 am to 12:30 pm (In-person)

Look for the ZOOM link in the OLLI Weekly.

The Mix & Mingle will follow the Fall OLLI Member Orientation, offering a chance to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones. Take this opportunity to ask your "burning" questions to OLLI staff and volunteer leadership. 

Come and be part of the excitement, meet new people, and enjoy light refreshments.

Dust off those tea dresses and fascinators (or top hats if you prefer!) and dress up for a delightful afternoon of music, merriment and refreshment. Get your reservation in early to join Principal Conductor and extraordinary Music Director of the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra, Laura Jackson, and her always very special guests for a live musical presentation as well as an exclusive preview of the Phil's 2026-2027 season, and a sneak peek at other exciting musical community events for the entire family.

Refreshments and gifts are generously provided by Cascades of the Sierra Senior Living.

Sign-Up Required: Sign-ups will  open on Friday, August 21 and close on Thursday, September 3. Due to limited space, registration will be handled through a lottery process rather than on a first-come, first-served basis. Members interested in attending must register by the deadline to be included in the lottery. Signing up does not guarantee participation. Those selected will be notified after registration closes. To register, log in to your member account, then return to the program page to complete your registration.

Kyburz Flat Interpretive Area represents at least 2,000 years of human history in a small valley in the Sierra Nevada. Guided by Alice and Michael Baldrica, the driving and walking tour will have three stops: Kyburz Petroglyph site, Kyburz Stage Stop, and Wheeler Sheep Camp. Hear about the wide history this area has including the rock art, the Washoe people, the Basque sheepherders, and the emigrants that passed through this area. We will carpool and caravan to the sites driving west on I-80 and then north along Hwy 89 to the sites. The last few miles will be on a well-graded gravel and dirt road. Minimal walking is required. There is a wheelchair accessible ramp at the stage stop. The other two stops are right outside the parking lot. There is a picnic area at the Sheep Camp where we can have a picnic lunch. Please bring a sack lunch, water, and wear good walking shoes. Detailed instructions will be provided upon confirmation of attendance.

TOUR SIGN-UP REQUIRED: Sign-ups will open on September 11 and close on September 17. The tour is limited to 20 OLLI members. A lottery will be held to fill available slots if demand exceeds availability.

PLEASE NOTE: Each OLLI member must sign up separately to be considered for joint attendance. Signing up for the tour does not guarantee participation. Confirmation details will be provided individually once the tour deadline has closed to let you know if you're on the tour or not.

Walk in the footsteps of historic Nevadans on this Carson City Historic Walk.  Stroll past original homes of timber titans, newspaper publishers and mining moguls.  Stop at landmarks including 1800s-era Victorian-style homes, museums, churches, and government buildings including the Nevada State Capitol.  Follow the Kit Carson Trail through Carson City’s historic district. Nearly 50 landmarks telling the story of the capital city’s history are featured. The walk will take us approximately 2 hours – a total of about 2.5 miles.

OPTIONAL: Following the tour, we will gather at Great Basin Brewery for lunch https://www.greatbasinbrewingco.com/visit-us/carson-city

TOUR SIGN-UP REQUIRED: Sign-ups will open on September 25 and close on October 1. The tour is limited to 25 OLLI members. A lottery will be held to fill available slots if demand exceeds availability.

PLEASE NOTE: Each OLLI member must sign up separately to be considered for joint attendance. Signing up for the tour does not guarantee participation. Confirmation details will be provided individually once the tour deadline has closed to let you know if you're on the tour or not.

Create a candle wreath to use as a holiday tabletop decoration or door hanger! Each participant will be provided with a work mat, a pre-cut circular pattern for the base, pinecones and acorns, plus other natural materials.

PARTICIPANTS WILL NEED TO BRING:

• 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.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Sign-ups will open on September 25 and will close on October 8. The class is limited to 16 OLLI members. A lottery will be held to fill available slots if demand exceeds availability.

PLEASE NOTE: Each OLLI member must sign up separately to be considered for joint attendance. Signing up for the class does not guarantee participation. Confirmation details will be provided to you individually once registration is closed to let you know if you’re in the class or not.

Learn how Glenbrook began as a logging and mill town providing wood for the Comstock. Tour the historic core by the pier, Glenbrook Inn, and Lake Shore House. Stroll around looking at Glenbrook as it is today, with the historic locations of the mills, launch site of the SS Tahoe, and old pier. The tours will be led by Susan Clemons. We will spend approximately 1½ hours on the walking tour which is less than one mile on mostly level ground. Bring a sack lunch and sit by the lake to enjoy the views.

TOUR SIGN-UP REQUIRED: Sign-ups will open on October 2 and close on October 8. Each tour is limited to 10 OLLI members. A lottery will be held to fill available spots if demand exceeds availability. You may register for ONE of the two tours available. Tour dates: October 20 OR October 22.

PLEASE NOTE: Each OLLI member must sign up separately to be considered for joint attendance. Signing up for the tour does not guarantee participation. Confirmation details will be provided individually once the tour deadline has closed to let you know if you're on the tour or not.
 

The impact of the Comstock Lode on the world in the mid-1800’s was immense in many ways. The mines were producing thousands of tons of ore every day, and it took over 263 mills to keep up with the demand. The Donovan Mill was not only the longest operating mill of the Comstock, 1860-1959, but it is also only one of four mills remaining today. Step back in time to explore the historic Donovan Mill and learn about the people, processes, and machinery that played a key role in Nevada’s mining history. Few will feel history come alive as we hear the roar of working machinery, explore the world of 1800s millwrights, and see how innovation shaped the Comstock.

COST: $10, payable at the door

TOUR SIGN-UP REQUIRED: Sign-up will open on October 2 and will close on October 8. The tour is limited to 40 OLLI members. A lottery will be held to fill available slots if demand exceeds availability.

PLEASE NOTE: Each OLLI member must sign up separately to be considered for joint attendance. Signing up for the tour does not guarantee participation. Confirmation details will be provided individually once the tour deadline has closed to let you know if you’re on the tour or not.

Learn how Glenbrook began as a logging and mill town providing wood for the Comstock. Tour the historic core by the pier, Glenbrook Inn, and Lake Shore House. Stroll around looking at Glenbrook as it is today, with the historic locations of the mills, launch site of the SS Tahoe, and old pier. The tours will be led by Susan Clemons. We will spend approximately 1½ hours on the walking tour which is less than one mile on mostly level ground. Bring a sack lunch and sit by the lake to enjoy the views.

TOUR SIGN-UP REQUIRED: Sign-ups will open on October 2 and close on October 8. Each tour is limited to 10 OLLI members. A lottery will be held to fill available spots if demand exceeds availability. You may register for ONE of the two tours available. Tour dates: October 20 OR October 22.

PLEASE NOTE: Each OLLI member must sign up separately to be considered for joint attendance. Signing up for the tour does not guarantee participation. Confirmation details will be provided individually once the tour deadline has closed to let you know if you're on the tour or not.
 

We’re excited to continue our travel opportunities in partnership with Collette Travel, offering OLLI members the chance to explore exciting destinations alongside fellow lifelong learners. Our next destination? The energy, culture, and iconic landmarks of New York City. Join us for a memorable 7-day guided adventure, Spotlight on New York City: Beyond the Bridges, departing Thursday, October 29, 2026. From Greenwich Village and Wall Street to the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Broadway performances, the 9/11 Memorial, and a Brooklyn experience across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, this immersive trip blends cultural highlights, history, and unforgettable city experiences.

Click here to view trip details and register

For general questions about this OLLI travel opportunity, please contact Clare Steppat with OLLI's Tours and Travel Committee at csteppat14@gmail.com or call (775) 772-7433. For travel-specific inquiries—such as itinerary details, trip extensions, or travel insurance—please reach out directly to Jason Gomes at Collette: (800) 852-5655 ext. 14988 or jgomes@collette.com. When reaching out, please reference the group booking number: #1434069.

Travel deadline: A deposit is due no later than Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Trip is open to current OLLI members only. Participants will also be required to complete a UNR liability waiver prior to final confirmation.

The Desert Research Institute (DRI) is Nevada’s non-profit research institute, founded in 1959 to empower experts to focus on science that matters. They work with communities across the state –and the world– to address their most pressing scientific questions, while building bridges between scientists and policymakers to enact positive change.

Tour the DRI Ice Core Lab to learn about the research being conducted in this state-of-the-art facility where a team of scientists specialize in the development and application of leading-edge technologies for the analysis of polar and alpine ice cores. By drilling into the ice and analyzing the chemistry of the frozen water and trapped air bubbles, scientists can determine the past changes in climate, ice sheet size, and sea level, atmospheric composition, and how humans have impacted the environment and the environment has impacted humans.

Our tour will be led by Nathan Chellman, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Fellow, Division of Hydrologic Sciences.

TOUR SIGN-UP REQUIRED: Sign-ups will open on October 23 and will close on October 29. The tour is limited to 10 OLLI members. A lottery will be held to fill available slots if demand exceeds availability.

PLEASE NOTE: Each OLLI member must sign up separately to be considered for joint attendance. Signing up for the tour does not guarantee participation. Confirmation details will be provided individually once the tour deadline has closed to let you know if you’re on the tour or not.

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 10:00 a.m. Any extra cookies will be divided among the participants and can be taken home with you. Please be on time as we will be boxing and wrapping the cookies. Note: Participants MUST arrive promptly at 10:00 a.m. or they will not be included in the exchange.

Join us for a festive hOLLIday Open House at our OLLI campus—where old friends gather, and new ones are made! As we wrap up a semester filled with exciting programs, let’s come together for some holiday cheer. Enjoy live music from our OLLI ukulele players, light refreshments generously provided, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Bring a guest and join us for a celebration of community and holiday spirit. 

Registration is ENCOURAGED by Friday, November 27, so we are sure to have enough food. To register for a program, please sign in to your member account on the OLLI website. Once logged in, locate the program you'd like to register for and click the registration button to begin the process.

Experience the beauty, history, and charm of Italy on this unforgettable 13-day journey, departing Saturday, March 13, 2027, from Reno-Tahoe International Airport. This tour features Rome, Sorrento, Capri, Florence, Venice, Verona, and Lake Maggiore, with highlights including the Colosseum, Pompeii, the Isle of Capri, Tuscany, Murano Island, and a farewell dinner overlooking the Italian Lakes.

Click here to view trip details and register

For general questions about this OLLI travel opportunity, please contact Clare Steppat with OLLI's Tours and Travel Committee at csteppat14@gmail.com or call (775) 772-7433. For travel-specific inquiries—such as itinerary details, trip extensions, or travel insurance—please reach out directly to Jason Gomes at Collette: (800) 852-5655 ext. 14988 or jgomes@collette.com. When reaching out, please reference the group booking number: #1434090.

Travel deadline: A deposit is due no later than Monday, September 14, 2026. Trip is open to current OLLI members only. Participants will also be required to complete a UNR liability waiver prior to final confirmation.