Civics 101

4065 S. Virginia Street,Reno NV 89502

16 August, 2022

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Though opinions are many these days, there is one fact we can’t deny: being engaged in civic life matters now more than ever.Whether it’s through voting, serving on a jury, or understanding how to work with your government to address the problems you face as a business or nonprofit, it’s a crucial time to be involved. The Reno+Sparks Chamber, together with the National Judicial College, is pleased to invite its members and the public to attend Civics 101, a half-day workshop at the Chamber, being held on August 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants of Civics 101 can expect to gain a renewed understanding of how government works, a fresh perspective on ways they can work with government to achieve their organizational goals and meet needs, and a commitment to exercise civic duty through voting and other responsibilities. Speakers include: Ann Silver, CEO, Reno+Sparks Chamber of CommerceHon. Benes Z. Aldana (Ret.), President, National Judicial CollegeHon. Ken HowardHon. Larry Sage (Ret.)Former State Senator and Nevada Gaming Commissioner Ben KieckheferFormer State Senator and Chief of Staff to the Governor of Nevada Yvanna CancelaFormer Nevada Assemblywoman Amber JoinerAnd moreThe cost is $20 per person. Refreshments will be available during the workshop and lunch will be served following, giving you a great opportunity to network with local officials and each other. Any questions? Email Kristine Brown Caliger, Director of Member Engagement at the Reno+Sparks Chamber.: [email protected] ______ Civics 101 is part of the Reno+Sparks Chamber's 'Community Engagement' initiatives in 2022. Thanks to our annual Community Engagement partners for their support: Meadows Bank, Eide Bailly, The Peppermill, Las Vegas Raiders, NV Energy, Panasonic and The ROW.