Gillemot & Bean Space Foundations Present: Red, White & Flight with Reno Phil & Drone Show
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In this exciting community segment of 2 Plus You Nevada, host Sarah Johns welcomes Thomas J. Hall from the George W. Gillemot Foundation and Rick Bean from the Bean Space Foundation to discuss the upcoming Red, White & Flight celebration coming to Mackay Stadium in Reno for the Fourth of July.
This free, family-friendly America 250 celebration will feature a large-scale drone show, live performances by the Reno Phil, STEM and aerospace expo experiences for children and families, and interactive educational opportunities focused on aviation, engineering, and technology.
🚨 Segment Highlights:
🤝 What Is Red, White & Flight?
• Free Fourth of July community celebration at Mackay Stadium
• Event created to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary
• Family-focused evening featuring drones, music, STEM, and community activities
🚁 Why Drone Technology Is Center Stage
• Drone shows provide a safer alternative to traditional fireworks
• Event highlights the future of aviation, aerospace, and engineering technology
• Organizers hope to inspire the next generation of STEM careers and innovation
👨👩👧 Hands-On STEM Expo for Families & Kids
• Interactive expo designed especially for children ages 5–12
• Opportunities to explore drones, aviation, engineering, and music
• Educational booths and demonstrations from community organizations and local partners
🎻 Reno Phil Joins the Celebration
• Patriotic live concert featuring the Reno Phil
• Music selections include patriotic classics, movie scores, and family favorites
• Drone show synchronized to live orchestral music for a unique community experience
🎓 Supporting Education & Workforce Development
• Bean Space Foundation focused on scholarships, fellowships, and student education
• George W. Gillemot Foundation supports aviation, aerospace, pilot training, and workforce development
• Event designed to connect education, career inspiration, and community engagement
🎆 Free Community Event for Northern Nevada
• Event open to the public with free admission tickets available online
• VIP upgrade opportunities available for enhanced seating experiences
• Organizers encouraging families throughout Northern Nevada to attend
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