July 2026
July is packed with exciting updates and upcoming events. Grab a cup of coffee and read on!
July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the unique strengths, perspectives, and identities that enrich our communities while recognizing the importance of inclusion and equal opportunity.
Observed each year in honor of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in July 1990, the month serves as a reminder that every person deserves to be valued, supported, and empowered to participate fully in their community.
We believe that music can offer meaningful opportunities to communicate, create, connect, and express oneself in ways that are unique to each individual. Note-Able Music Therapy Services is proud to foster a community where people are encouraged to be authentically themselves, where every voice is valued, every talent is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to be seen, heard, and shine.
— Manal Toppozada, Executive Director
Artown is Here!
What is Artown?
Since 1996, Artown has transformed Reno into a month-long celebration of arts and culture, showcasing hundreds of events produced by local organizations, artists, and community partners. With a mission to strengthen Northern Nevada's arts community and make the arts accessible to all, Artown continues to inspire connection, creativity, and civic pride through performances and experiences across our region.
Join Us for Vibin' & Thrivin’!
We're excited to once again be part of Artown with Vibin' & Thrivin', a free, family-friendly celebration of music, movement, and community.
Join us on Friday, July 24, from 6:00-8:30 PM at Note-Able Music Therapy Services for live performances by The Note-Ables, NMTS participants, and talented local musicians. Enjoy food and beverage trucks, activities for kids, and an inclusive atmosphere where people of all ages and abilities can come together through music. Admission is free, with a suggested $5 donation to support NMTS. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
This year, we're also proud to be an official stop in Artown's new Passport Program. Pick up an Artown Passport, stop by our event to collect your stamp, and explore even more of the incredible arts experiences happening throughout Reno this July.
We hope you'll join us as we celebrate music, community, and the vibrant spirit of Artown together!
Save the Date: Sips & Sounds
Mark your calendars for Sips & Sounds, a special fundraising event supporting the programs and services of Note-Able Music Therapy Services. This event will be happening Friday, September 11, from 6:00-8:30 PM at Note-Able Music Therapy Services.
This one-of-a-kind evening invites guests to explore interactive musical experiences designed to spark creativity, connection, and discovery while enjoying curated beverages, delicious bites, and a few surprises along the way. Whether you come with friends, family, or coworkers, Sips & Sounds promises a memorable night in support of a meaningful cause.
Tickets are $85 per person, with early-bird pricing of $75 available through August 28. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early and help spread the word!
Every ticket purchased directly supports Note-Able Music Therapy Services and helps us continue providing accessible music therapy services, adaptive music programs, and inclusive community experiences throughout Northern Nevada. Together, we're creating opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to connect, grow, and thrive through music.
Questions about the event? Please contact Nohemy Velasco by emailing nohemy@nmtsreno.org or by calling 775.342.5521. We can't wait to share this special evening with you!
A Fresh Look for NMTS
We're excited to share that our front entrance renovation is complete! We extend our sincere thanks to the Cynthia Lake Charitable Trust for making this project possible through their generous support.
These improvements not only create a more welcoming and accessible entrance for our participants, families, and visitors, but also reflect our continued growth as an organization. We're grateful to have a space that better supports our mission of creating inclusive opportunities for people of all ages and abilities through music, and we look forward to welcoming our community through our new front doors.
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Office closed in observance of Independence Day!
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Don’t miss this fun week of singing, dancing, and making friends!
This camp is open to teens and adults of all abilities over the age of 13.
Cost of the camp is $200 - sliding scale available. July 6-10 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Click HERE for more info and to register.
Space is limited! For questions please contact Nohemy Velasco at nohemy@nmtsreno.org
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Don’t miss this fun week of singing, dancing, and making friends!
This camp is open to children of all abilities, between the ages of 6 and 12.
Cost of the camp is $100 - sliding scale available. July 13 - 17 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
Click HERE for more info and to register.
Space is limited! For questions please contact Nohemy Velasco at nohemy@nmtsreno.org
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Join Note-Able Music Therapy Services for Vibin' & Thrivin', our family-friendly Artown event featuring live music, dancing, food and beverage trucks, kids' activities, and performances by The Note-Ables, NMTS participants, and local musicians. Admission is free, with a suggested $5 donation. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Friday, July 24 | 6:00-8:30 PM
Click HERE for more information.
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Join us for an exciting performance by our NMTS dance classes! This free event is open to people of all ages and abilities and showcases the talent, creativity, and hard work of our participants. Admission is free, with a suggested $5 donation to support NMTS.
Friday, August 28 | 5:00-7:00 PM
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Experience Sips & Sounds, an immersive evening of interactive music experiences, curated beverages, delicious bites, and a few surprises along the way. This special fundraiser supports NMTS programs and services that provide accessible music therapy, adaptive music programs, and inclusive community experiences throughout Northern Nevada. Tickets are $85, or $75 with early-bird pricing through August 28.
Friday, September 11 | 6:00-8:30 PM
Click HERE to purchase tickets.
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June Thank Yous
Thank you to our June donors:
Mary Bryant, Robert and Sharon Duste, E.L. Cord Foundation, Townley-Wilson Family, Tom and Peggy Hall, Mary Ann McCauley, Meadows Bank, Ellen O'Malley Eng, Whitney Pomi, Josh Scotto, Jeff Sisco, Stillwater Foundation, Ken and Doreen Vogel.
The NMTS monthly Music Makers giving crew:
Barb Anderson, Susan Boner, Dodie Bryant, Jody Call, Theresa Desautels, Skyler Dillon & Thomas Lay, Leslie Doukas, Tiffany Dunseath, Cheryl Eckert, Nate & Tashina Eng, Wendy & John Firestone, Mary Lee Fulkerson, Eileen Fuller, CeCelia Gable, Heather Gage, Rachel Gattuso, Karen Golonka, Lindsey Gross-Tromerhauser, Carrie Harding, Beverly Hennen, Sharon Hickox & Jennie Tibben, Daniel Hickox-Young, Jonathan Hickox-Young, Andy Hughes, Dina Hunsberger, Sandy Jacob & Mel Minarik, Ana Johnson, Kay Ellen Kephart, Lucy Knight, Michael Lahnala, Cathi Litz, Deborah Loesch-Griffin, Brad Lund & 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, Pat & Bonnie Ragains, Lisa A. Rizzoli, Cindy Sabatini, Nichole Schembre, Daniel Sion, Jake & Rachel Steinman, Jeannie Steinman, Judith Stewart, Sarah & Nate Toney, Elizabeth Van Zijl, Ken & Doreen Vogel, Don & Lori Welsh, Jonathan Wilson, Sandra Young, Tim Young & Jodie Barker.
Thank you to our June volunteers:
River Bailey, Jeff Bloyd, Char Choate, Leif Christensen, Michelle Cotton, Matthew Cotton, Claudia Davis, Cheryl Eckert, Mark Geeson, Michael Lahnala, Andrea Lenz, Tony Martin, Ashley Malek, Greg McNie, Anabella Ortiz, Pat Ragains, Patti Rodriguez, Milin Sekhon, Becca Shipley, Adi Srivastava, Jenny Sterling, Erin Suarez, Bill Sutman, Pat Sutman, Ken Vogel, Jeremy Wilson.
Volunteer of the Month: Note-Ables Band
Not only are they a talented group of musicians, but their dedication shines through in everything they do and every performance they give. The band has performed throughout Northern Nevada, including Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Incline Village, Lovelock, Olympic Valley, and many other communities.
As enthusiastic ambassadors, the Note-Ables Band helps raise awareness of disability issues while fostering greater inclusion and understanding throughout our community. Beyond their advocacy, they are a wonderful example of how music has the power to bring people together, create connections, and inspire others.
— Manal Toppozada"
