April 2026
Powered by People Who Care: Celebrating Our Volunteers
April is a time to recognize something truly powerful—the act of giving your time, your presence, and your heart to others. Happy National Volunteer month.
At Note-Able Music Therapy Services, our volunteers are woven into the fabric of everything we do. From supporting programs and events to simply showing up with kindness and consistency, each volunteer helps drive our mission forward.
Volunteering doesn’t just impact those receiving support—it transforms those who give it, too. Studies have shown that volunteering can reduce stress, increase feelings of purpose, and even improve overall mental and physical health. There’s something deeply human about contributing to something larger than ourselves and about being part of a community rooted in care.
At NMTS, we see that impact every day.
To every volunteer who has walked through our doors, shared their time, and contributed to our mission—THANK YOU! Your presence matters more than you know, and the ripple effect of your kindness reaches far beyond any single moment.
— Manal Toppozada, Executive Director
Caring for Our Community, Together
This Earth Day, Note-Able Music Therapy Services is proud to be part of something bigger. Through the America 250 Nevada Commission’s Nevada Gives initiative, NMTS has been selected as a featured community project—bringing people together to care for our shared spaces in a meaningful, hands-on way.
Join us for our Spring Clean-Up + Block Party, where we’ll roll up our sleeves to clean along Orovada Street (from Silverada to just east of NMTS), connect with one another, and make a visible impact right here in our neighborhood.
✨ Our goal: 100 volunteers
After the clean-up, we’ll celebrate with a block party—featuring live music by The Note-Ables, food, and time to relax, connect, and enjoy the community we’ve come together to support.
Event Details
Date: April 22, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Note-Able Music Therapy Services
2590 Orovada St, Reno, NV 89512Ages: Open to all
How to Participate
Registration required: Click “Signup Now” button below.
Sign-up form includes basic info, emergency contact, and liability/photo release
Connect with our Volunteer Coordinator to learn more and find out how you can get involved!
Nohemy Velasco | Volunteer Coordinator
Nohemy@nmtsreno.org | 775.324.5521 (NMTS Main Office)
The Annual NMTS Spring Recital is Here!
We’re so excited to welcome our community to this year’s Annual Spring Recital—a meaningful celebration of creativity, courage, and connection.
Musicians, singers, songwriters, and dancers will take the stage to share what they’ve been working on throughout their sessions. Each performance reflects not only their dedication, but also the unique ways music supports growth, self-expression, and confidence.
For some, this will be their very first time in the spotlight. For others, it’s a continued journey of sharing their voice. No matter where they are in that journey, each individual brings something deeply personal and powerful to the stage.
This event is a beautiful reflection of what NMTS is all about—creating space for individuals of all abilities to be seen, heard, and celebrated through music.
✨ Event Details
Time: 10:00–11:00 AM
Break: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Second Session: 12:00–1:00 PM
This event is free to attend, with donations always appreciated.
We hope you’ll join us in celebrating the incredible work of our participants and the transformative power of music therapy.
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10:00 - 10:30 am at NMTS
The Food Bank of Northern Nevada brings its “Produce on Wheels” program to NMTS from 10:00 - 10:30 am on the fourth Wednesday of each month.
If you’re age 60 or older, come by and get some free produce!
(Clients must be 60 years or older, live in Nevada, have a valid ID and be willing to complete an intake form and survey.)
Get more information here
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11:00 am – 2:00 pm at NMTS
Join us for our first NMTS Block Party & Community Cleanup in celebration of Earth Day! Help clean up along Orovada Street, then head back to NMTS for a community barbecue and live music from the Note-Ables.
Be part of a meaningful day of service, connection, and community.
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5:00 – 6:30 pm at NMTS
Join us for Friday Fun Night: Karaoke! Whether you’re singing your favorite song or cheering on friends, this night is all about self-expression, confidence, and community in a welcoming space.
Open to all ages and abilities. Free to attend with a suggested $5 donation. Pickup no later than 6:45pm. Individuals under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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10:00 am – 1:00 pm at NMTS
Join us for our annual Spring Recital featuring musicians, singers, songwriters, and dancers sharing what they’ve been working on. Enjoy a variety of performances from participants of all experience levels.
The recital runs from 10:00–11:00 am, followed by a break, and resumes from 12:00–1:00 pm.
Free to attend, with donations appreciated.
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March Thank Yous
Thank you to our March donors:
A and H Insurance, Beloved's Bread, Kendra Bertschy, David and Lois Bianchi, Lori Breuch, Dodie Bryant, Colleen Crum, Sarah Deardorff, Theresa Desautels, Desert Lotus Wellness Studio, Leslie Doukas, Nate Eng, Mary Lee Fulkerson, Lindsey Gross-Tromerhauser, Marsha Harris, Healing One, Rick and Elsa Heroux, Michael and Stephanie Hix, Mildred Hopper, Jeanille Hyde, Lucille Knight, Tom Kulczycki, Lisa D. Mancini, Jeanette Martin, Mary Ann McCauley, Susan Meuschke, Judith Louise Monson, Miguel Morales, Whitney Pomi, Press Start Arcade, Julia Ratti, Millard Reed, Lisa A Rizzoli, Tim Schomberg, Zak Shellhammer, Soroptimist International of Truckee Meadows, Sparks Costco, Nohemy Velasco, Wagner Family Foundation, David Wilson, Jeremy Wilson
The NMTS monthly Music Makers giving crew:
Barb Anderson, Danelle Archuleta-Moser, Susan Boner, Dodie Bryant, Jody Call, Theresa Desautels, Skyler Dillon, Leslie Doukas, Tiffany Dunseath, Cheryl Eckert, Nate and Tashina Eng, Wendy and John Firestone, Mary Lee Fulkerson, CeCelia Gable, Heather Gage, Rachel Gattuso, Karen Golonka, Lindsey Gross-Tromerhauser, Carrie Harding, Beverly Hennen, Sharon Hickox and Jennifer Tibben, Daniel Hickox-Young, Jonathan Hickox-Young, Andy Hughes, Dina Hunsberger, Sandy Jacob and Mel Minarek, Ana Johnson, Kay Ellen Kephart, Nadia Khan, Lucille Knight, Michael Lahnala, Brad Lund and Trudy Miller, Deanna Lyons, Melanie Mahan, Lynda Mahorter, Stephen Martin, Mary Ann McCauley, Olga Mesina, LuAnn Miller, Mary Miller, Sophie Moeller, Pauline Mooers, Miguel Morales, Lee Moran, Meghan Ochs, Whitney Pomi, Lisa A Rizzoli, Cindy Sabatini, Jake and Rachel Steinman, Jeannie Steinman, Judith Stewart, Sarah and Nate Toney, Elizabeth Van Zijl, Ken and Doreen Vogel, Lori and Don Welsh, Gina Wertz, Dave Wilson, Jonathan Wilson, Sandra Young, Tim Young and Jodie Barker
Thank you to our March volunteers:
Colton Allen, River Bailey, Kendra Bertschy, Jeff Bloyd, Christi Cakiroglu, Sophia Callos, Catherine Coad, Matthew Cotton, Natalie Erck, Cheryl Eckert, Scott Faulkner, Victoria Ficarrotta, Mark Geeson, Alex Gomez, Kelsey Gormley, Hannah Hefferman, Bita Jazani, Michael Lahnala, Ashley Malek, Tony Martin, Mary Ann McCauley, Olga Mesina, Nanette Mueller, Anabella Ortiz, Megan Phillips, Whitney Pomi, Pat Ragains, Laila Saderlund, Cameron Scholes, Milin Sekhon, Becca Shipley, Jenny Sterling, Bill Sutman, Pat Sutman, Shae Tennyson, Vanessa Thou, Wyatt Tilley, Lindsey Tromerhauser, Sarah Townley, Bella Weaver, Jeremy Wilson, Breanna Wright
Volunteer of the Month: Greg McNie
Greg is an incredible volunteer whose kindness, commitment, and thoughtfulness make a meaningful impact at NMTS. He consistently shows up ready to help and supports our mission in every way he can.
Greg brings genuine compassion to every interaction, creating a welcoming and encouraging environment where participants feel comfortable, confident, and valued as they explore music and self-expression. His calm, positive presence truly stands out.
Whether assisting during classes or lending a hand wherever needed, Greg strengthens our community through his actions. We are so grateful for the time, care, and heart he brings to NMTS.
